Fresh Armenian Cucumbers from Germany
Armenian cucumbers, or yard-long cucumbers, are thin, ribbed, seedless melopepo types with a cucumber flavor, imported fresh or chilled in the specified winter period. Under HTS 0707.00.20.90 as non-gherkin, non-greenhouse 'other' cucumbers. They are prized for their mild taste and use in Middle Eastern dishes.
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 exporters; check USDA cucumber import alerts for specific country restrictions
• Declare accurate weights and counts on entry docs—discrepancies trigger exams and delays
• Opt for air freight for premium freshness if ocean transit risks chilling injury