Fresh Organic Garbanzo Beans from Germany
Fresh organic garbanzo beans (chickpeas) are certified organic Kabuli variety, harvested fresh and chilled without synthetic pesticides. They qualify under HTS 0708.90.05.00 as fresh/chilled chickpeas per statistical notes on organic standards.
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
• Provide USDA or equivalent organic certification matching General Statistical Note 6
• Ensure residue testing for organics to avoid contamination rejections
• Bundle with standard fresh produce docs like bills of lading specifying organic status