Canned Sauerkraut from Germany
Fermented cabbage preserved in cans, not using vinegar. Classifies in HTS 2005.99.97.00 as other preserved vegetables, distinct from specific sauerkraut subheading due to preparation method.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Differentiate fermentation from vinegar preservation via pH/acidity tests
• Include fermentation process details in entry summary
• Ensure no added spirit, as that would invoke Chapter 22 notes