Hydroponic Witloof Chicory
Hydroponic Witloof chicory is cultivated without soil, producing clean, chilled heads intended for premium restaurant use. The cultivation method does not affect classification, as the tariff item covers all fresh or chilled Witloof chicory, regardless of how it was grown.
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 product is a different chicory variety
Hydroponic cultivation does not change the variety-specific classification.
If the product is sold as a prepared salad mix
Mixed or prepared vegetable products may fall outside this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the hydroponic growing medium is completely removed before import, as residual soil or substrate could raise phytosanitary concerns
• Document the growing method if requested by CBSA, though it does not impact tariff classification
• Confirm that the product remains fresh or chilled and is not processed into another form
Related Products under Tariff item 0705.21.00
Baby Witloof Chicory
Baby Witloof chicory consists of small, immature heads of Cichorium intybus var. foliosum, harvested at an early stage for use in gourmet salads. Although smaller than mature heads, it remains a fresh or chilled vegetable of the Witloof variety, and the size does not affect its classification under this tariff item.
Chilled Belgian Endive Bunches
Chilled Belgian endive bunches are Witloof chicory heads, featuring creamy white leaves and pale yellow tips, packaged for retail sale. As a fresh or chilled product of the Witloof variety, it is specifically covered by this tariff item, which applies to all presentations of this vegetable in its natural state.
Fresh Witloof Chicory Heads
Fresh Witloof chicory heads are compact, blanched heads of Cichorium intybus var. foliosum, commonly known as Belgian endive. Harvested fresh or chilled for culinary use, they are a classic example of the product named in this tariff item, which covers all fresh or chilled Witloof chicory regardless of presentation.
Organic Witloof Chicory Clusters
Organic Witloof chicory clusters are certified organic heads grown without synthetic pesticides, harvested fresh or chilled for gourmet markets. Organic certification does not alter the tariff classification, as the item covers all fresh or chilled Witloof chicory, irrespective of agricultural practices.
Pre-Washed Chilled Witloof Spears
Pre-washed chilled Witloof spears are ready-to-eat Witloof chicory, triple-washed and trimmed for convenience salads. As long as the spears remain fresh or chilled and are not cooked or otherwise preserved, they fall under this tariff item, which covers Witloof chicory in its natural state.