Fresh Green Tomatillos from Germany
Fresh green tomatillos are small, green fruits with a tomatillo husk, commonly used in Mexican and Central American cuisine for salsas and sauces. They are classified under HTS 0810.90.46.75 as fresh 'other fruit' specifically identified as tomatillos, distinct from tomatoes in Chapter 07 due to their botanical classification in the Physalis genus.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
2.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify freshness upon import as tomatillos must be suitable for immediate consumption and not preserved; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country
• Label clearly as 'tomatillos' to avoid misclassification with tomatoes; check for pesticide residue compliance with FDA standards