Chinese Long Eggplant from China
Fresh Chinese long eggplants (Solanum melongena var. longissima) are slender, purple-skinned vegetables typically 8-18 inches long, imported during April to November. They fall under HTS 0709.30.20.20 as fresh or chilled Chinese eggplants due to their specific variety and seasonal entry period. These are commonly used in Asian stir-fries and have a mild, less bitter flavor than Western varieties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls between April 1 and November 30 to qualify for this code; provide phytosanitary certificates confirming pest-free status from origin
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as standard eggplants, which shifts to other subheadings
• Ensure proper cold chain to maintain 'fresh or chilled' condition