Certified Organic Bosc Pears from Germany
Fresh Bosc pears (Pyrus communis 'Bosc'), certified organic and imported April through June. Classified under HTS 0808.30.20.15 for seasonally entered organic pears meeting chapter fresh fruit criteria.
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 transaction records proving organic farming practices from certified growers
• Label cartons clearly as 'certified organic' with certification number visible for CBP inspection
• Monitor for common mold issues in pears; cold chain documentation prevents rejection