Fresh Chinese Long Eggplant from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain APHIS import permit for Solanaceae family produce; inspect for Colorado potato beetle
• Avoid plastic wrapping that could suggest preservation treatment