Fresh Graffiti Eggplant from China
Graffiti eggplants feature striking purple and white striped skin with creamy, mild flesh, popular in Mediterranean cuisine. This HTS 0709.30.20.60 covers their fresh or chilled import during April 1 to November 30. They are marketed as premium fresh produce for slicing or stuffing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Provide country-of-origin stickers visible on retail packaging; ensure no chemical treatments that imply preservation
• Watch for misdeclaration as ornamental plants, which could invoke different ag regulations