Comice Pears from Germany
Premium fresh Comice pears, yellow-green with red blush, entered April-June under HTS 0808.30.20 quota. These buttery pears are favored for gourmet fresh eating and cheese pairings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain APHIS import permit for pears from all origins
• Maintain cold chain; Comice pears bruise easily above 35°F
• Document varietal purity to prevent reclassification disputes