Brine Preserved Strawberries from Germany
Strawberries provisionally preserved in brine solution to prevent spoilage during storage and shipping. The brined state makes them unsuitable for immediate eating, qualifying under HTS 0812.90.5000 per chapter provisions for transport preservation.
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
• Label clearly as provisionally preserved; mislabeling as fresh leads to reclassification
• Include lab analysis confirming preservative levels meet import standards
• Avoid retail packaging that implies immediate consumption