Fresh Kale Leaves
Fresh kale leaves (Brassica oleracea var. acephala), harvested and chilled for market sale. This product falls under tariff item 0704.90.90 as a similar edible brassica, fresh or chilled, within the 'Other' category excluding headed varieties.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the kale is headed cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata) imported during a specified period
This tariff item applies to headed cabbage imported during periods specified by order, which may have different duty rates.
If the kale is headed cabbage (Brassica oleracea, capitata) imported outside the specified period
This tariff item covers other headed cabbage not subject to the seasonal period restrictions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the kale is fresh or chilled, not frozen or dried, to qualify for this tariff item
• Include the weight of packaging when calculating customs duties, as per supplementary note 1
• Verify that the product does not contain any prohibited plant pests by checking the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements
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Certified Organic De Cicco Broccoli
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Certified Organic Marathon Broccoli
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Certified Organic Purple Sprouting Broccoli
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