Rainier Cherries from Germany
Blush-yellow sweet cherries with red blush, Rainier variety, offering mild flavor and premium appearance for fresh market sales. Classified as other fresh cherries under HTS 0809.29.00.00.
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
• Secure import permits for stone fruits; ensure cherries are stem-on if specified
• Monitor for brown rot during inspection; use IPAFF approval for EU origins
• Document harvest date to prove freshness; avoid bulk bins prone to bruising