Fresh Kirby Cucumbers from Germany
Small, firm cucumbers with bumpy skin, often used for pickling but imported fresh or chilled. HTS 0707.00.60 applies to summer entries (July 1-Aug 31) under cucumber tariff schedules. They remain fresh without processing.
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
• Ensure Customs declaration specifies entry date; obtain origin certificates
• Pitfall: chilled too long may be seen as preserved