Fresh Summer Black Truffles from Germany
Seasonal fresh summer truffles (Tuber aestivum) with mild garlicky flavor, smaller than winter varieties. HTS 0709.59.11.00 covers these fresh or chilled European imports for gourmet markets.
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
• Import during summer window (May-Oct) for lowest duties; off-season may trigger scrutiny
• Provide harvest date on invoices to prove freshness (harvested <7 days prior ideal)
• Test for contaminants; EU MRLs for pesticides apply even to wild-harvested