Honeycrisp Apples from Germany
Honeycrisp apples feature explosive crispness, balanced sweet-tart flavor, and red-blushed skin. Under HTS 0808.10.00 as premium fresh apples for direct consumer markets. High demand requires premium packaging and rapid distribution.
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
• Secure irradiation treatment approval for high-risk origins to eliminate quarantine pests
• Use RFID tracking for high-value shipments to monitor temperature deviations
• Budget for higher freight costs due to controlled atmosphere containers preserving crispness