Spiced Pfeffernüsse Balls from Germany
German pfeffernüsse are small, iced ginger-pepper balls with nutmeg and cardamom. HTS 1905.20.00.00 for these 'like' gingerbread spiced confections.
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
• Document pepper usage to distinguish from general biscuits
• Handle powdered sugar icing for dust control in shipping
• File FDA prior notice specifying spice levels