Freeze-Dried Garlic Chips from Germany

Garlic chips produced via freeze-drying process, resulting in crisp, dry pieces. Qualifies under HTS 0712.90.40 as dried (method irrelevant if result is dry vegetable not further prepared). Retains more nutrients than air-dried.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

39.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Note freeze-drying on invoices but emphasize end dry state to affirm 0712 classification

Comply with FSMA rules for dried veggies, including supplier verification programs

Batch-test for residual moisture under 5% to counter any 'not fully dried' challenges