Fresh White Turnips
Fresh white turnips are globe-shaped root vegetables with white skin and purple-tinged tops, harvested fresh or chilled for immediate consumption. They are classified under tariff item 0706.10.50 as turnips, as they are fresh or chilled edible roots of the turnip species and are not dried, frozen, or preserved.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the turnips are cut, sliced, or otherwise prepared beyond fresh state
Further processing may change the tariff classification to another heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the turnips are free from any soil contamination to comply with CBSA import regulations
• Include the weight of packaging in the declared weight for duty purposes
• Be aware of potential seasonal tariff adjustments under supplementary note 2
Related Products under Tariff item 0706.10.50
Fresh Golden Ball Turnips
Fresh Golden Ball turnips are small, round turnips with yellow flesh and a mild, sweet flavor, sold fresh or chilled for gourmet markets. They are classified under tariff item 0706.10.50 as turnips, which are edible roots of the genus Brassica rapa, and are not processed beyond being fresh or chilled.
Fresh Hakurei Turnips
Fresh Hakurei turnips are small, tender Japanese salad turnips with a sweet, mild flavor, sold fresh or chilled, often with edible greens attached. They are classified under tariff item 0706.10.50 as turnips, as they are fresh or chilled edible roots of the turnip variety and not processed for preservation.
Fresh Purple Top Turnips
Fresh Purple Top turnips feature a white root with a purple crown, sold fresh or chilled, commonly used for roasting or boiling. They are classified under tariff item 0706.10.50 as turnips, being fresh or chilled edible roots of the turnip species, and are not dried, frozen, or provisionally preserved.
Fresh Shogoin Turnips
Fresh Shogoin turnips are a large, flat Japanese variety used in pickling or cooking, imported fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0706.10.50 as turnips, as they are fresh edible roots of the turnip type and do not undergo any preservation treatment beyond chilling.
Fresh Tokyo Market Turnips
Fresh Tokyo Market turnips are petite, red-skinned turnips ideal for slicing in salads, supplied fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0706.10.50 as turnips, being fresh or chilled edible roots of the turnip variety, and are not processed beyond harvesting and chilling.