Fresh Santa Rosa Plums from Germany
Santa Rosa plums feature red-purple skin and amber flesh with tangy-sweet flavor, a popular Japanese variety available in summer harvests. Classified under HTS 0809.40.4040 for fresh plums entered outside the December-May window. Intended for retail fresh market sales.
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 country-of-origin inspection reports verifying varietal purity and freedom from quarantine pests
• Use ventilated packaging to prevent moisture buildup and decay during ocean freight
• Monitor seasonal quotas if applicable; track HTS entry date precisely against calendar year