Canned Chickpeas in Water from Germany
Chickpeas (garbanzos) that are cooked, packed in water, and preserved in sealed cans without vinegar or acetic acid. This product falls under HTS 2005.99.85.00 as chickpeas prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not a product of heading 2006.
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 the product is preserved without vinegar or acetic acid to avoid reclassification under heading 2002
• Include commercial invoice detailing preparation method, net weight, and country of origin for smooth customs clearance
• Check for FDA prior notice requirements as this is a low-acid canned food subject to specific processing standards