Fresh Summer Black Truffles from Mexico
Fresh summer black truffles (Tuber aestivum), milder variety available June-August from Europe. Precisely matches HTS 0709.56.00.00 as chilled Tuber spp. truffles, not qualifying as mushrooms due to genus distinction. Popular for grating over pasta.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Declare weight accurately; truffles sold by gram, small errors amplify duties
• Pair with EU origin certs for preferential tariff treatments under trade agreements
• Monitor for mold; contaminated lots face destruction under perishables rules