Dutch Gherkin Variety
Dutch gherkin variety cucumbers are hybrid gherkins, uniform and disease-resistant, shipped fresh or chilled. They are imported fresh or chilled and fall under tariff item 0707.00.91 when imported during the period specified by order of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the President of the Canada Border Services Agency, not exceeding a total of 30 weeks in any 12-month period ending March 31.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the gherkins are imported for processing
Gherkins for processing are classified separately under this tariff item.
If imported outside the specified period
Gherkins imported outside the seasonal window fall under the residual 'Other' item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Check the current order specifying the import period for tariff item 0707.00.91, as it changes annually
• Ensure your gherkins are fresh or chilled and not processed, as that would change classification
• Keep records of the shipment date to confirm it falls within the specified period
Related Products under Tariff item 0707.00.91
Armenian Persian Cucumber Hybrid
Armenian Persian cucumber hybrids are thin-skinned, ribbed cucumbers grown in greenhouses, typically harvested for winter markets. They are classified under tariff item 0707.00.91 as fresh or chilled cucumbers imported during the specified period set by the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the CBSA President.
Baby Gherkin Cucumbers
Baby gherkin cucumbers are immature baby gherkins, harvested at 1-3 inches, fresh or chilled. They are imported fresh or chilled and fall under tariff item 0707.00.91 when imported during the period specified by order of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the President of the Canada Border Services Agency, not exceeding a total of 30 weeks in any 12-month period ending March 31.
Baby Persian Cucumber
Baby Persian cucumbers are small, immature greenhouse cucumbers, often used for pickling or fresh snacking. They fall under tariff item 0707.00.91 as fresh or chilled cucumbers imported during the specified winter period.
Baby Persian Organic Cucumber
Baby Persian organic cucumbers are immature, snack-sized organic greenhouse varieties, fresh or chilled. They are imported fresh or chilled and fall under tariff item 0707.00.91 when imported during the period specified by order of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness or the President of the Canada Border Services Agency, not exceeding a total of 30 weeks in any 12-month period ending March 31.
Burpless Cucumber
Burpless cucumbers are seedless, long cucumbers bred to be low in cucurbitacin, produced in greenhouses for off-season supply. They are classified under tariff item 0707.00.91 as fresh or chilled cucumbers imported during the specified period.
Certified Organic Beit Alpha Greenhouse Cucumbers
Middle Eastern-style Beit Alpha cucumbers, organic greenhouse-grown, fresh or chilled winter imports. They are classified under tariff item 0707.00.91 as 'other' cucumbers imported during the specified period set by the CBSA, being burpless varieties sold unprocessed.