Fresh Armenian Cucumbers from Germany
Long, ribbed cucumbers with light green skin, technically a melon relative but commercially treated as cucumbers. Fresh or chilled seasonal imports under HTS 0707.00.40.90 as other varieties.
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
• Confirm botanical acceptance as cucumber via CBP ruling to prevent reclassification disputes
• Use ventilated crates for air shipment to maintain freshness without condensation issues
• Monitor seasonal duty changes closely; plan inventory around March-April window