0709.30.40.60/Fresh Black Beauty Eggplant/China

Fresh Black Beauty Eggplant from China

The Black Beauty eggplant is a classic globe-shaped variety with glossy, deep purple skin and firm white flesh, commonly used in Mediterranean and Asian cuisines. It falls under HTS 0709.30.40.60 as fresh or chilled eggplants that are not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading, suitable for immediate retail sale. These eggplants are harvested at peak ripeness and chilled for transport without further processing.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

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
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)
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Import Tips

• Verify phytosanitary certificates from origin to comply with USDA APHIS requirements for fresh produce; inspect for pests like Colorado potato beetle common on solanaceae

• Ensure cold chain maintenance below 10°C to prevent chilling injury and spoilage claims

• Label country of origin and variety if marketed as organic per General Statistical Note 6