Fresh Seckel Pears from Germany
Fresh Seckel pears are tiny, crimson-blushed pears with intense spicy-sweet flavor, entered as fresh produce outside quota. This subheading 0808.30.40 covers all such non-quota fresh pear imports.
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
• Size-specific grading helps avoid mixing with larger pears in quota calculations
• Cold treatment certification required for many pear origins to eliminate pests
• Clear manifest descriptions prevent delays from vague 'small fruit' entries