Fresh Red Okra Variety from Germany
Fresh red okra pods from varieties like 'Red Burgundy' feature vibrant burgundy skin that turns green when cooked, prized for ornamental and culinary appeal. These are harvested fresh or chilled, weighing under 0.5 kg per pod on average. HTS 0709.99.1400 applies specifically to fresh or chilled okra, regardless of color variant.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain country-specific fumigation certificates if sourced from pest-prone regions; label clearly as 'fresh okra' to avoid misclassification as legumes; monitor for slime mold during transit and reject if over 5% affected