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American Persimmons from Germany

Native American persimmons (Diospyros virginiana) are smaller, wild varieties with sweet pulp when ripe, imported fresh. Classified under HTS 0810.70.00.00 as all fresh persimmons.

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

• Sourcing from US territories or Mexico; ensure CITES if wild-harvested protected species

• Smaller size may require careful inspection for ripeness to confirm fresh status

• Label botanical name to distinguish from Asian kaki varieties