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
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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