Fresh Chinese Eggplant from Mexico
Chinese eggplants are long, thin, and vibrant purple, with thin skin perfect for stir-fries. They are imported fresh or chilled under HTS 0709.30.40 as 'other' eggplants.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Secure fumigation certificates if shipping from quarantined regions
• Declare exact weight and count to match statistical notes for accuracy
• Avoid bundling with tomatoes to prevent cross-contamination issues