Provisional Preserved Artichoke Hearts in Brine from Germany
Artichoke hearts preserved in brine or sulfur water solely for provisional preservation during transport or storage. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption without further processing like cooking or rinsing. Classified under HTS 0711.90.65.00 as other vegetables provisionally preserved per Chapter Note to heading 0711.
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
• Verify treatment is solely provisional (e.g
• brine, sulfur dioxide) and product remains unfit for immediate eating to avoid reclassification
• Provide lab analysis or supplier certification confirming no advanced processing beyond preservation