Fresh Celeriac Root from Germany
Fresh celeriac, also known as celery root, is the swollen root base of the celery plant harvested and chilled for market. It falls under HTS 0706.90.40.20 as an edible root similar to carrots and radishes, specifically classified as celeriac when fresh or chilled.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming celeriac is free of pests like nematodes
• Maintain cold chain below 4°C during transit to preserve freshness and avoid reclassification
• Declare exact weight and origin; misdeclaration as generic roots can lead to penalties