Fresh Fairy Tale Eggplant from China
Fairy Tale eggplants are small, finger-sized with lavender-white stripes, offering nutty flavor perfect for roasting whole. HTS 0709.30.20.60 captures these fresh imports during U.S. peak season April-November. Gourmet variety for farmers' markets.
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
• Batch-test for pesticide residues meeting FDA MRLs; use eco-friendly packaging claims carefully
• Seasonal timing critical—late entries shift codes automatically