Chinese Cabbage (Napa)
Chinese cabbage (Napa), also known as celery cabbage, is an elongated, light green brassica vegetable with tightly packed leaves, commonly used in kimchi and stir-fries. As a fresh or chilled product of the species Brassica rapa pekinensis, it falls under tariff item 0704.90.41, which applies to Chinese cabbage imported during a specified period ordered by the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the CBSA President. This item is part of the 'other' category for cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas, fresh or chilled.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported outside the specified period ordered by the Minister or CBSA President
This is the 'other' tariff item for Chinese cabbage, covering imports not subject to the seasonal period.
If the product is not Chinese cabbage but another edible brassica, such as kale or kohlrabi
This item covers 'other' edible brassicas not elsewhere specified in heading 07.04.
If the product is common cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata) rather than Chinese cabbage
This item specifically covers common cabbage imported during a specified period, distinct from Chinese cabbage.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify whether the CBSA has issued an order specifying the import period for Chinese cabbage under item 0704.90.41; imports outside that period fall under 0704.90.49
• Ensure the product is fresh or chilled, not dried or processed, as that would change classification
• Include package weight in the total weight for duty calculation, per supplementary note 1 of chapter 07
Related Products under Tariff item 0704.90.41
Chilled Chinese Cabbage
Chilled bok choy or pak choi (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis) is a leafy brassica similar to cabbage, with crisp white stalks and dark green leaves. It is classified under this tariff item as a similar edible brassica, fresh or chilled, distinct from headed cabbage of heading 07.04.10.
Chilled Shanghai Bok Choy
Chilled Shanghai bok choy is a slender, spoon-shaped variety of this brassica with vibrant green leaves and pale stalks, typically chilled post-harvest. It is classified under this tariff item as a similar edible brassica, fresh or chilled, in the 'Other' subheading of heading 07.04.
Chilled Tatsoi Bok Choy
Chilled tatsoi bok choy, or spoon mustard, is a rosette-forming bok choy relative with small, dark green spoon-shaped leaves and thin stalks, chilled for import. It is classified under this tariff item as a similar edible brassica, fresh or chilled, in the 'Other' category of heading 07.04.
Fresh Baby Bok Choy
Fresh baby bok choy is a smaller, tender variety of Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis, featuring crisp green leaves and white stalks, typically harvested young. As a fresh or chilled edible brassica, it is classified under tariff item 0704.90.41, which applies to Chinese cabbage or Chinese lettuce imported during a period specified by order of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the CBSA President. This item falls within the 'other' subheading for cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas.
Joi Choi Bok Choy Heads
Joi Choi bok choy heads are a hybrid variety of Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis, characterized by thick white stalks and glossy dark green leaves, imported fresh or chilled. As a similar edible brassica, it is classified under tariff item 0704.90.41, which applies to Chinese cabbage or Chinese lettuce imported during a period specified by order of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the CBSA President. This item is part of the 'other' category for cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas.
Organic Fresh Bok Choy Bunches
Organic fresh bok choy bunches are certified pesticide-free edible brassicas with intact roots, imported fresh or chilled. As a product of Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis, it is classified under tariff item 0704.90.41, which applies to Chinese cabbage or Chinese lettuce imported during a period specified by order of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the CBSA President. This item falls within the 'other' subheading for cabbages, cauliflowers, kohlrabi, kale and similar edible brassicas.