Satsuma-Style Tangerines from Germany
Fresh tangerines resembling satsumas in seedlessness and peelability, imported from Japan or similar origins, fall under HTS 0805.21.00.10. They are marketed as premium easy-peel citrus for fresh consumption.
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
• Provide varietal certificates to differentiate from true satsumas in 0805.21.00.20
• Use modified atmosphere packaging to extend shelf life during long-haul shipping
• Monitor for Asian citrus greening (HLB) with origin-specific inspections