Fresh Graffiti Eggplant from China
Graffiti eggplants have stunning purple stripes on white skin, a hybrid for superior taste and yield. Classified in HTS 0709.30.20 for fresh/chilled seasonal imports April 1-November 30. Kept chilled to maintain freshness per transport standards.
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
• Use ventilated crates to prevent condensation and rot during ocean freight
• Report under 'other eggplants' with photos for customs verification
• Beware of organic claims; requires General Statistical Note 6 certification