Canned Avocado Chunks in Brine from Germany
These are chunks of ripe avocado packed in cans with brine for preservation, intended for use in salads or as a snack. They fall under HTS 2008.99.10.90 as preserved avocados that are not purees or mixtures falling under other subheadings. The product is otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified.
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 country of origin labeling as avocados are sensitive to phytosanitary restrictions; obtain import permits if required
• Ensure cans meet FDA food contact standards and provide Certificates of Analysis for preservatives used