Black Soybeans for Food Manufacturing from Germany
Black soybeans, whether or not slightly broken, used in food production like soy sauce or miso, under HTS 1201.90.00.90 as non-sowing soybeans. This covers specialty varieties not intended for planting.
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
• Label clearly as 'not for sowing' and provide affidavits if needed to distinguish from seed imports
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for food-grade soybeans entering the U.S
• Test for GMO content if targeting organic markets, as it affects labeling and certification