Air Dried Shiitake Mushrooms from Germany
Whole air-dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) are dehydrated using air drying methods to preserve flavor and nutrients without further processing. They fall under HTS 0712.39.11.00 as dried mushrooms, whole, not further prepared, specifically air dried or sun dried category for mushrooms other than wood ears or truffles.
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 drying method is air or sun drying only; no chemical preservatives to avoid reclassification under 0711
• Provide certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA import requirements for mushrooms
• Label accurately as 'air dried' and ensure moisture content below 13% to comply with FDA food safety standards