Fresh Burgundy Truffles from China
Fresh Burgundy truffles (Tuber uncinatum), a black variety from France with hazelnut notes, harvested autumn-winter. Falls under HTS 0709.56.00.00 for chilled Tuber spp. truffles, distinguished by tuber morphology from Agaricus mushrooms. Sold in small quantities for gourmet use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Inspect for soil residue; excessive dirt may require cleaning declaration, but avoid washing to stay 'fresh'
• Seasonal import peaks Oct-Dec; anticipate higher scrutiny during truffle fly quarantine periods
• Use FDA prior notice for perishable fungi; delays can cause spoilage