Certified Organic Avocado Guacamole from Germany
This is a ready-to-eat dip made primarily from certified organic avocados, blended with minimal seasonings like lime, onion, and salt, and packed in retail jars. It falls under HTS 2008.99.10.10 as a preserved preparation of avocados (fruit), certified organic, not elsewhere specified in Chapter 20. The product is preserved without cooking or freezing, distinguishing it from other avocado preparations.
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
• Obtain USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification documentation for each shipment to verify 'certified organic' status and avoid reclassification
• Provide lab analysis confirming avocado as principal ingredient (>50% by weight) and no freezing or cooking to comply with Chapter 20 notes