Italian Listada de Gandia Eggplant from Germany
Listada de Gandia eggplants are Italian striped varieties with purple-white bands on elongated fruits, ideal for grilling or stuffing. HTS 0709.30.20.40 covers their fresh/chilled import April 1-November 30, recognizing 'Italian' types per tariff specifications for seasonal market protection.
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
• Use commercial invoices specifying cultivar name and origin (e.g
• Italy/Spain) to support 'Italian' classification
• Inspect for damage pre-shipment; bruised eggplants risk rejection or reclass to unfit categories
• Pair with FDA prior notice for produce safety compliance, even though primarily agricultural