Fresh Gherkin Cucumbers from Germany
Small, immature cucumbers specifically grown for pickling, known as gherkins, imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0707.00.40 covers their entry from March 1 to April 30 as part of cucumber seasonal import controls. Not yet pickled, suitable for further processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from preserved gherkins (0711) by providing lab tests showing no brine or preservatives
• Declare as 'fresh gherkins' explicitly; generic 'cucumber' may cause scrutiny
• Monitor EU or Mexican origin quotas if applicable during this high-season window