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Pickled Red Onions from Germany

Sliced red onions preserved in a vinegar and acetic acid solution, often with spices, used as a condiment on sandwiches and tacos. Classified under HTS 2001.90.38.00 as onions are vegetables preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, falling into the 'other' category not specifically enumerated. Retail-packed in glass jars or pouches.

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

Include certificates of analysis showing vinegar/acetic acid preservation to avoid reclassification to fresh onions (0703)

Check for acidified food regulations under FDA; pH below 4.6 required for low-acid shelf-stable pickles