Fresh Japanese Kermit Eggplant

Kermit eggplants feature green skin with white stripes, compact and ideal for baby eggplant dishes. Entered under HTS 0709.30.20 for fresh/chilled imports April 1-November 30 as other eggplants. Maintained in chilled state to ensure they remain provisionally preserved.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 17.5%

If preserved in sulfur dioxide gas

Heading 0711 specifically for transport preservation treatments listed in chapter notes.

0709.30.40Same rate: 17.5%

If winter season entry

Tariff schedule's temporal condition dictates subheading for fresh eggplants.

1106.20Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If flour from dried eggplant for industrial use

State of completion changes from fresh veg (07) to processed flour (11).

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Confirm varietal purity via supplier certificates to support 'eggplant' classification

โ€ข Avoid bulk packaging that mimics industrial processing, risking 0711 shift

โ€ข Track seasonal quotas; excess may face higher duties under 0709.30.40

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