Certified Organic Butternut Squash from Germany
Fresh, certified organic butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) harvested at peak ripeness for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0709.93.20.22 as fresh or chilled squash of the Cucurbita spp., specifically certified organic butternut variety. Meets USDA or equivalent organic standards with no synthetic pesticides.
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
• Provide certified organic documentation (e.g
• USDA NOP certificate) at entry to qualify for this subheading
• Inspect for freshness; phytosanitary certificate required to prevent pest introduction
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling non-organic as organic, leading to reclassification and penalties