Kieffer Pears from Germany
Hybrid Kieffer pears with coarse texture, imported fresh April-June under HTS 0808.30.20. Fire blight resistant variety suitable for southern climates.
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
• Coarser texture requires careful handling to avoid bruising
• Variety declaration prevents reclassification as cooking pears
• Phyto inspection focuses on bacterial diseases common to hybrids