Listada de Gandia Italian Eggplant from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'Italian Listada de Gandia' to support statistical reporting
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce 2-8 hours before arrival
• Watch for reclassification if bundled with herbs; sets may trigger different headings