Fresh Sugarloaf Chicory from Germany
Sugarloaf chicory features elongated, pale green leaves with mild flavor, a Cichorium intybus variety ideal for raw salads. It falls under HTS 0705.29.00.00 as fresh or chilled 'other' chicory, encompassing non-witloof types. This ensures uniform tariff treatment for diverse chicory forms.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain APHIS import permit for leafy greens to comply with U.S. plant import regulations
• Avoid over-chilling below 0°C to prevent damage that could trigger 'frozen' reclassification
• Provide commercial invoice detailing variety and origin to match statistical reporting requirements