Provisionally Preserved Cowpeas in Sulfur Water from Germany
Cowpeas (black-eyed peas) preserved in sulfur water to prevent spoilage during transport, requiring further preparation before eating. This leguminous vegetable matches HTS 0711.90.20.00 criteria for provisional preservation.
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
• Monitor for microbial contamination common in legumes; include test reports
• Bulk import only—retail packs may be seen as ready for consumption
• Cross-check with origin country's export standards for preservatives