Fresh Black Périgord Truffles
Fresh black truffles (Tuber melanosporum) harvested from the Périgord region of France, known for their earthy aroma and black, diamond-patterned skin. These luxury fungi are classified under HTS 0709.59.11.00 as fresh or chilled truffles, distinct from mushrooms, and are unsuitable for immediate consumption without preparation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried for preservation
Dried truffles shift to Chapter 71 for dehydrated vegetables, no longer fresh/chilled.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur solution
Preserved solely for transport (per Chapter Note to 0711) makes them unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If erroneously identified as mushrooms
Truffles are fungi like mushrooms but HTS distinguishes them separately under 'Other'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify truffles are fresh or chilled (not dried or preserved) via phytosanitary certificates to meet Chapter 7 requirements
• Obtain USDA APHIS import permit; declare country of origin as many truffles come from EU regions like France or Italy
• Avoid misclassification as mushrooms (0709.51); inspect for proper truffle morphology to prevent customs delays
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