Fresh Sugar Snap Peas from Germany
Sugar snap peas (Pisum sativum) are young, edible-pod peas harvested fresh or chilled, with the entire pod and peas inside consumed. They are classified under HTS 0708.10.20.40 when entered July 1 to September 30 due to seasonal import provisions for this specific pea variety, distinguishing them from standard peas.
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
• Verify entry date falls July 1-Sept 30; off-season shifts to general pea codes like 0708.10.2000
• Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming pest-free status and proper chilling to avoid spoilage claims
• Label as 'sugar snap peas' precisely; mislabeling as snow peas risks reclassification and penalties