0709.30.40
Other
This code covers other eggplants (aubergines), fresh or chilled, and is used to classify imports of this vegetable to determine applicable duties – generally $1.90 per kilogram for standard trade partners, but potentially free for goods from eligible countries with which the U.S. has trade agreements. Positioned within Chapter 7, which broadly covers edible vegetables, this code helps ensure proper tariff assessment for this specific produce item.

Detailed information for HTS Code 0709.30.40
AI Summary
This tariff code falls within Chapter 7, which covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers. Code 0709.30.40 specifically covers other eggplants (aubergines), fresh or chilled. This code has subdivisions for Chinese eggplants (0709.30.40.20), Italian eggplants (0709.30.40.40), and all other eggplants (0709.30.40.60); choose the appropriate suffix based on the origin or type of eggplant being reported. Duty rates are generally 1.9¢/kg, but may be free for goods originating from certain countries with which the U.S. has free trade agreements.
| Chapter | Chapter 7 - Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers |
| Section | Section II - Vegetable Products |
Duty snapshot
Quick reference for the duty outcomes tied to this HTS line.
1.9¢/kg
Standard trade partners (NTR)
Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
Eligible FTA or preference programs
The duty for HTS code 0709.30.40 and its subdivisions (0709.30.40.20, 0709.30.40.40, and 0709.30.40.60) is assessed in kilograms. The general duty rate is 1.9¢/kg, applying to imports from countries without a specific trade agreement. However, a free duty rate applies to goods originating from countries including (A, AU, BH, CL, CO, D, E, IL, JO, KR, MA, OM, P, PA, PE, S, SG) if they qualify under eligible FTA or preference programs; the specific requirements for those programs are not specified. This duty structure applies consistently to all subdivisions under 0709.30.40.
Rate of Duty (Column 2): 3.3¢/kg
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Code subdivisions
0709.30.40.20
Other vegetables, fresh or chilled: > Eggplants (aubergines): > Other > Chinese
0709.30.40.40
Other vegetables, fresh or chilled: > Eggplants (aubergines): > Other > Italian
0709.30.40.60
Other vegetables, fresh or chilled: > Eggplants (aubergines): > Other > Other
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November 15, 2025
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