Fresh Autumn Royal Grapes from Germany
Large, firm Fresh Autumn Royal grapes with a sweet-tart profile, imported fresh during the April-June quota window. This tariff line 0806.10.40 targets off-season fresh grapes to protect domestic production. These premium table grapes are sold loose or in consumer clusters.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
• Monitor USDA quota allocations; oversubscription leads to higher TRQ rates or denial
• Use ventilated containers to prevent moisture buildup and premature ripening
• Document cold chain maintenance to prove grapes entered in fresh condition