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
29.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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