Used Teak Pickle Tub from Germany
Food-safe 30-gallon teak tub previously used for fermentation of fermented vegetables, naturally antimicrobial. Classified under HTS 4416.00.90.40 as used wooden cooper's vat for food processing.
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
• Microbiological swabbing certificates prove safe for food re-use
• CITES permit mandatory for teak species import regardless of used status
• Declare fermentation history to preempt biotech import scrutiny