Baby Italian Eggplant from China
Baby Italian eggplants are miniature versions of the long Italian type, about 4-6 inches, with tender skin and sweet flesh ideal for appetizers or grilling whole. They are categorized under HTS 0709.30.4040 when specified as the Italian variety in fresh/chilled condition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document size and variety distinctly; small size alone doesn't change from generic
• Ensure ventilated packaging to prevent ethylene buildup from adjacent fruits