West India Gherkins from Germany
Spiny West India gherkins, small and flavorful, imported fresh/chilled during December-February. Classified in HTS 0707.00.20.15 for seasonal gherkin imports under cucumbers. Popular for tangy pickling applications.
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
• Source from approved growing regions; check APHIS lists for cucurbit imports
• Declare varietal name on entry docs to confirm gherkin status vs generic cucumbers
• Monitor humidity in transit to prevent premature spoilage affecting classification