Canned Creamed Potatoes from Germany
Mashed potatoes blended with cream or milk, canned for convenience. This qualifies for HTS 2005.20.00.70 as other prepared potatoes preserved without vinegar or freezing. The creamy texture distinguishes it from plain varieties.
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
• Declare any dairy additives accurately for both CBP and FDA approvals
• Test for microbial stability due to higher risk in creamed preparations
• Label net drained weight of potatoes to meet vegetable content standards