San Marzano Tomato Puree from Germany
Premium puree from San Marzano tomatoes, cooked and pureed for authentic Italian sauces, without vinegar or acetic acid. Fits HTS 2002.90.80.40 as 'other' puree, not meeting paste or juice dry weight thresholds. Ideal for pasta and pizza bases.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify varietal origin with PDO documentation to support premium classification and value declarations
• Avoid common pitfall of incorrect Brix reporting; use 20°C corrected readings as per chapter notes
• Ensure containers are food-grade and labeled for retail to match preserved preparation status