Organic Pascal Celery Bunches from Germany
Certified organic Pascal variety celery bunches, fresh and chilled, with long stalks ideal for snacking or cooking, entered during the specified summer import window. Falls under HTS 0709.40.4040 as 'other' fresh celery other than celeriac during the quota period. Organic certification aligns with statistical note requirements for Chapter 7.
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 USDA or equivalent organic certification per General Statistical Note 6; inspect for compliance with NOP standards at entry
• Document harvest date to confirm freshness within 7-10 days
• Common pitfall: failing to trim roots properly, leading to rejection for contamination risks