Fresh Red Table Beets from Germany
Freshly harvested red beets (Beta vulgaris), commonly known as table beets, are globe-shaped root vegetables used in salads and cooking. They fall under HTS 0706.90.30.00 as fresh or chilled beets, distinct from sugar beets in other categories. These are sold with tops intact for culinary use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify phytosanitary certificates to confirm freshness and freedom from pests; ensure temperature logs for chilled shipments to avoid spoilage claims
• Label as 'fresh beets' to prevent misclassification as processed goods