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Plastic Pepper Grinder Dispenser from Germany

A manual plastic grinder that dispenses freshly ground black pepper from peppercorns, featuring a twist mechanism for kitchen table use. Classified in HTS 3924.10.1000 as a similar dispenser to salt, pepper, mustard, and ketchup types made of plastic.

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

• Test grinding mechanism for smooth operation and ensure BPA-free plastic certification for food contact compliance

• Provide photos and assembly diagrams to distinguish from non-dispenser grinders that might classify elsewhere

• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient food safety testing; obtain FDA prior notice for shipments over certain volumes