Sun Dried Oyster Mushrooms from Germany
Sun-dried oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) are whole fungi dehydrated naturally under sunlight, retaining their earthy texture for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0712.39.11.00 as air dried or sun dried mushrooms, excluding wood ears, jelly fungi, and truffles, with no further preparation.
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
• Ensure product is whole or sliced but not powdered to stay in this subheading; powder falls under 'in powder'
• Conduct fumigation checks as mushrooms are prone to pests; include treatment certificates in documentation
• Monitor for aflatoxin contamination common in sun-dried products; test samples before shipment