Fresh White Eggplant from Germany
White eggplants have pale, creamy skin and delicate flavor, less bitter than purple varieties. HTS 0709.30.40 covers them as fresh or chilled 'other' eggplants.
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
• Use refrigerated containers set to 4-7°C to preserve quality and avoid chilling injury
• Prepare CBP Form 3461 with accurate HTS for accelerated release
• Watch for reclassification if found dried, as chapter excludes those