Fresh Chinese Long Eggplant from China
Chinese long eggplants are thin, purple-skinned Asian varieties up to 12 inches long with tender skin for quick cooking. Under HTS 0709.30.20.60 for seasonal fresh/chilled entry April-November. Ideal for stir-frying, valued for minimal seeding.
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
• Obtain APHIS import permit for Solanaceae family produce; inspect for Colorado potato beetle
• Avoid plastic wrapping that could suggest preservation treatment