Green Cabbage
Fresh green cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata), commonly known as white cabbage, is a leafy vegetable with a round head used in salads, slaws, and cooking. It falls under tariff item 0704.90.31 as a fresh or chilled cabbage of the species Brassica oleracea, capitata, imported during a period specified by order of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the President of the Canada Border Services Agency.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported outside the specified seasonal period
This sibling item covers other fresh or chilled cabbage not subject to the seasonal order.
If the product is not cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata)
This item covers other edible brassicas not elsewhere specified.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the current seasonal order under Supplementary Note 2 to confirm whether 0704.90.31 is in force for your shipment; otherwise, the general rate under 0704.90.39 may apply
• Ensure the cabbage is fresh or chilled and not treated for provisional preservation, as that would shift classification to heading 07.11
• Include package weight in the total weight for duty calculation per Supplementary Note 1
Related Products under Tariff item 0704.90.31
Organic Green Cabbage
Certified organic green cabbage grown without synthetic pesticides, meeting Canadian organic standards. It remains under tariff item 0704.90.31 as a fresh or chilled cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata) imported during the specified seasonal period, with organic certification not affecting the tariff classification.
Pointed Cabbage
Pointed or cone-shaped cabbage has tender, sweet leaves suited for stuffing and fresh eating. As a fresh or chilled Brassica oleracea cabbage variant, it is classified under tariff item 0704.90.31 as cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata) imported during the specified seasonal period.
Red Cabbage
Fresh red cabbage features purple-red leaves and a compact head, ideal for coleslaw, fermentation, and stir-fries. Classified under tariff item 0704.90.31 as it is a variety of cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata), fresh or chilled, imported during the specified seasonal period.
Savoy Cabbage
Savoy cabbage has crinkled, dark green leaves forming a loose head, prized for its tender texture in soups and wraps. It is included in tariff item 0704.90.31 as a fresh or chilled cabbage variety (Brassica oleracea, capitata) within edible brassicas, imported during the specified seasonal period.