Chinese Long Eggplant from Mexico
Fresh Chinese long eggplants (Solanum melongena var. longissima) are slender, elongated purple-skinned vegetables typically 12-18 inches long with mild flavor. Classified under HTS 0709.30.4020 as fresh or chilled Chinese eggplants, distinct from round Western varieties due to their unique shape and varietal classification.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming pest-free status from exporting country
• Declare exact varietal as 'Chinese eggplant' to avoid reclassification as generic 0709.30.40.10
• Refrigerate at 10-12°C during transit to prevent chilling injury common in tropical eggplants