Temporarily Preserved Mini Gherkins from Germany
Mini gherkins held in a light preservative solution (e.g., sulfur dioxide or brine) for short-term storage before industrial pickling. They cannot be consumed directly due to the treatment, fitting the 'unsuitable for immediate consumption' criterion in heading 0711. Classified under 0711.40.00.00 including gherkins.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on actual preservation method; provide treatment logs from supplier
• Comply with phytosanitary certificates for vegetable imports to clear customs smoothly
• Watch for reclassification if gherkins are pre-sliced or flavored, pushing to Chapter 20