Gherkin Cucumbers Bulk Shipment from Germany
Small gherkin cucumbers under 15 cm, shipped in bulk lots over 1,000 lbs fresh or chilled, specifically for the July-August entry period. Classified under HTS 0707.00.60.30 due to size restriction and bulk presentation for industrial use.
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
• Include phytosanitary certificates confirming fresh/chilled status; dried product excluded from chapter
• Avoid retail packaging - must be bulk unpackaged or large containers over 1000 lbs net weight
• Monitor seasonal entry dates strictly; August 31 cutoff prevents duty rate changes