Pingtung Long Eggplant from Canada
Fresh Pingtung Long eggplants are thin, neon-purple Chinese heirloom varieties grown for their tender skin and minimal seeds, imported chilled April-November. HTS 0709.30.20.20 covers them as Chinese eggplants entered seasonally. Popular in Taiwanese and Southern Chinese recipes for quick cooking.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Use clear labeling as 'Chinese eggplant' on manifests to match HTS description
• Obtain exporter certifications for varietal authenticity
• Common error: bundling with off-season shipments leading to wrong subheading