Cylindrical Italian Eggplant
Cylindrical Italian eggplants are uniform, straight purple varieties bred for uniform slicing in Italian dishes like melanzane alla parmigiana, with thin skin and few seeds. This specific shape and use classify them under HTS 0709.30.4040 for Italian eggplants.
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• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior to loading for accurate HTS assignment and penalty avoidance
• Test for pesticide residues; EU-origin may need extra MRL documentation
• Separate from generic eggplants in manifests to claim correct Italian subheading
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Italian Long Eggplant
Fresh Italian long eggplants (Solanum melongena var. esculentum) are slender, elongated purple-skinned vegetables typically 8-12 inches in length with mild, tender flesh. They fall under HTS 0709.30.4040 as 'Italian' eggplants, distinguished by their specific shape and variety suitable for Mediterranean cuisine.
Rosa Bianca Italian Eggplant
Rosa Bianca is a heirloom Italian eggplant variety featuring teardrop-shaped, pale lavender-white striped skin and creamy, non-bitter flesh ideal for grilling or stuffing. Classified under HTS 0709.30.4040 due to its recognition as an 'Italian' type eggplant in fresh or chilled form.
Listada de Gandia Italian Eggplant
Listada de Gandia is a traditional Italian-Spanish striped eggplant with purple-white bands, cylindrical shape, and delicate flavor perfect for caponata or parmigiana. It qualifies for HTS 0709.30.4040 as an 'Italian' eggplant variety when imported fresh or chilled.
Baby Italian Eggplant
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.