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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12.5%—12.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12.5%—12.5%
🇺🇸United States12.5%—12.5%
🇩🇪Germany12.5%—12.5%
🇯🇵Japan12.5%—12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0704.90.49Lower: Free vs 12.5%

If imported outside the specified period ordered by the Minister or CBSA President

This item covers Chinese cabbage imported at other times, with a different duty rate.

0704.90.90Lower: Free vs 12.5%

If the product is a different edible brassica not covered by the specific items

This residual item covers other edible brassicas not elsewhere specified in heading 07.04.

0704.90.31Same rate: 12.5%

If the product is common cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata) instead of bok choy

This item is specific to common cabbage and has different seasonal conditions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Check the CBSA order for the specified import period for Chinese cabbage; Joi Choi is covered by item 0704.90.41 only during that period

• Ensure the product remains fresh or chilled and is not treated for preservation, as that would shift classification to heading 07.11

• Remember to include package weight in the total weight for duty calculation

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.

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.

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.

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.