Fresh Babette Leeks from Japan
Fresh Babette leeks are a hybrid variety of Allium porrum, characterized by tender stems and a mild, sweet flavor. They are classified under tariff item 0703.90.00 as 'other alliaceous vegetables' because they are leeks, which are explicitly included in the scope of this heading.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the leeks are fresh or chilled and not dried, as dried leeks fall under heading 07.12
• Verify that the product is not treated with preservatives beyond what is allowed for fresh produce
• Include the weight of packaging when calculating customs duties, per supplementary note 1