Fresh Sicilian Eggplant
Fresh Sicilian Eggplant is a large variety with violet stripes on cream skin and meaty flesh, suitable for caponata. It is classified under tariff item 0709.30.00 as an aubergine (egg-plant), fresh or chilled, since it is a vegetable of heading 07.09 and not excluded by chapter notes.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the eggplant is prepared in a dish like caponata
Prepared vegetable preparations fall under chapter 20.
If the eggplant is frozen after blanching
Frozen vegetables are classified under heading 07.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the eggplant remains fresh or chilled and not cooked or otherwise prepared
• Remember that package weight is included in the dutiable weight per supplementary note 1
• Verify if any regional tariff suspensions are in effect for the customs office of entry
Related Products under Tariff item 0709.30.00
Baby Italian Eggplant
Baby Italian eggplant is a miniature version of the long Italian type, about 4-6 inches, with tender skin and sweet flesh, ideal for appetizers or grilling whole. As a fresh or chilled aubergine, it is classified under tariff item 0709.30.00, which covers all eggplants in the Customs Tariff of Canada.
Chinese Fairy Tale Eggplant
Fresh Chinese Fairy Tale Eggplant is a small, lavender-striped variety with creamy white flesh, harvested fresh or chilled. It falls under tariff item 0709.30.00 as a fresh or chilled aubergine (egg-plant).
Chinese Graffiti Eggplant
Chinese Graffiti eggplant displays striking purple-white stripes and tender mild flesh, noted for ornamental appearance and culinary use. As a fresh or chilled aubergine, it is classified under tariff item 0709.30.00, which covers all eggplants in the Customs Tariff of Canada.
Chinese Long Eggplant
Fresh Chinese Long Eggplant (Solanum melongena var. longissima) is a slender, purple-skinned vegetable typically 8-18 inches long, imported fresh or chilled. This product is classified under tariff item 0709.30.00 as an aubergine (egg-plant).
Chinese Violet Eggplant
Fresh Chinese Violet Eggplant features deep purple skin and an elongated shape, suitable for fresh or chilled import. It falls under tariff item 0709.30.00 as a fresh or chilled aubergine (egg-plant).
Chinese White Eggplant
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