Fresh Graffiti Eggplant from Germany
Graffiti eggplants feature striking purple-white striped skin and sweet, tender flesh, popular in Mediterranean cuisine. They enter under HTS 0709.30.40 as fresh or chilled 'other' eggplants not specified elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce entry into the US
• Inspect for bruises upon arrival to support duty drawback claims if rejected
• Document varietal purity to avoid disputes over 'other' categorization