Canned Great Northern Beans from Germany
Large white shelled Great Northern beans preserved by canning in unsalted water. Classified in HTS 2005.51.40.40 for other shelled Phaseolus beans not involving vinegar preservation. Versatile for casseroles and purees.
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
• Provide drained solids percentage on invoice; FDA requires for low-acid foods
• Avoid blending with sauces, as mixtures over 50% beans may reclassify
• Monitor for country-specific quotas under tariff-rate quotas for beans