Fresh Black Périgord Truffles from Germany
Fresh black truffles (Tuber melanosporum) harvested from French Périgord region, known for their earthy aroma and culinary prestige. Classified under HTS 0709.56.00.00 as fresh or chilled truffles of Tuber spp., distinct from cultivated mushrooms. They are sold whole or lightly brushed, unsuitable for immediate consumption without preparation.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming truffles are free from pests like truffle fly, as required by USDA APHIS
• Declare exact species (e.g
• Tuber melanosporum) and harvest date; misdeclaration as mushrooms can lead to reclassification
• Store at 0-4°C during transit to maintain 'fresh or chilled' status; frozen truffles shift to HTS 0712