Glacé Ginger Chunks from Germany
Large chunks of ginger root that have been glacéed by repeated immersion in sugar syrup until translucent and sugar-saturated. Classified under HTS 2006.00.30.00 for ginger root preserved by sugar in glacé form.
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
• Conduct Brix value testing to confirm high sugar content required for 'preserved by sugar' status
• Avoid common pitfalls by distinguishing from candied ginger not meeting drained/glacé/crystallized specs
• Include processing records showing sugar preservation method during customs entry