Canned Diced Potatoes from Germany
Potatoes that are peeled, diced, and preserved in water or brine inside metal cans, ready for direct consumption or cooking. This product falls under HTS 2005.20.00.70 as potatoes prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not qualifying as products of heading 2006. It is classified as 'other' within the potatoes subheading due to its diced form.
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
• Verify that the potatoes are not acidified with vinegar to stay in 2005; test pH if necessary
• Provide detailed ingredient lists and net weight declarations on labels for FDA compliance
• Check for heavy metal contamination in cans, a common pitfall for preserved vegetables