Pingtung Long Eggplant

Fresh Pingtung Long eggplants are Taiwanese/Chinese hybrid varieties with deep purple skin and firm flesh ideal for stir-fries. Classified under HTS 0709.30.4020 as Chinese eggplants due to botanical similarity and cultivation origin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0709.30.40Same rate: 17.5%

If classified as generic Asian type

Specific Chinese designation provides statistical breakout from other eggplants.

0712.90.40Higher: 64.8% vs 17.5%

If dehydrated or dried

Dried forms exclude from fresh Chapter 07 per tariff structure.

0709Same rate: 17.5%

If frozen whole or sliced

Frozen state removes from fresh/chilled vegetable classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document hybrid status linking to Chinese varietal standards

Test for pesticide residues meeting FDA maximum residue limits

Use 8-10°C storage to maintain quality without chilling damage