Fresh Cardoons from Germany
Fresh cardoons are celery-like stalks from thistle plants, imported chilled for Mediterranean dishes. HTS 0709.99.90.85 covers them as unspecified fresh or chilled vegetables. Fibrous and need parboiling.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide varietal info as they resemble artichokes; use cold chain logistics at 0°C; declare as fresh to distinguish from preserved