Verna Lemons from Germany
Verna lemons are a Spanish variety (Citrus limon) known for late-season harvest and seedlessness. Fresh imports fall under HTS 0805.50.2050 as other lemons. Valued for their storage qualities during transatlantic shipping.
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
• Time imports to avoid overlapping with US domestic lemon seasons to minimize dumping claims
• Use IPAFF-approved treatments for Mediterranean fruit fly prevention
• Segregate by maturity stage to ensure all fruit meets fresh import standards