Canned Quartered Artichoke Hearts from Germany
These are artichoke hearts, quartered and packed in water or brine, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid, and not frozen. They fall under HTS 2005.99.80.00 as prepared artichokes, a specific 'other' vegetable in heading 2005, distinct from products of heading 2006 like tomatoes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify the product is preserved without vinegar or acetic acid to avoid reclassification under heading 2002; provide lab analysis if needed
• Ensure labeling complies with FDA food safety standards for canned vegetables, including country of origin and nutritional info
• Check for any pesticide residues common in artichokes, as they may trigger additional USDA inspections