Fresh Aspen Bolete Mushrooms
Fresh Aspen Bolete Mushrooms (Boletus emodii) are a wild mushroom variety with a subtle nutty flavour, harvested and sold fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0709.52.90 as 'Other' truffles, since they are not intended for processing and are not specifically listed elsewhere in the subheading.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.5% | — | 8.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mushrooms are imported for processing (e.g., canning, freezing, or further manufacturing).
This sibling tariff item covers truffles intended for processing, which may have a different duty rate.
If the mushrooms are provisionally preserved (e.g., in brine or sulfur water) and not suitable for immediate consumption.
Chapter note 5 excludes such preserved vegetables from heading 07.09, directing them to heading 07.11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the mushrooms are fresh or chilled and not dried, preserved, or processed, as those fall under different headings
• Declare the correct tariff item 0709.52.90 and be prepared to provide a product description to CBSA officers
• Verify if any temporary import restrictions or phytosanitary certificates apply for wild mushrooms
Related Products under Tariff item 0709.52.90
Fresh Bay Bolete Mushrooms
Fresh Bay Bolete Mushrooms (Boletus badius) are a mild-flavoured wild mushroom with orange pores, sold fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0709.52.90 as 'Other' truffles, as they are not destined for processing and are not otherwise specified in the subheading.
Fresh Cep Mushrooms
Fresh Cep Mushrooms (Boletus edulis) are premium wild mushrooms with an earthy aroma, commonly used in European cuisine. They are classified under tariff item 0709.52.90 as 'Other' truffles, since they are fresh or chilled and not intended for processing.
Fresh King Bolete Mushrooms
Fresh King Bolete Mushrooms (Boletus regius) are a gourmet wild mushroom with a robust cap and thick stem, sold fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0709.52.90 as 'Other' truffles, as they are not for processing and are not specifically listed elsewhere.
Fresh Porcini Mushrooms
Fresh Porcini Mushrooms (Boletus edulis) are wild-harvested fungi with a meaty texture and nutty flavour, sold fresh or chilled. They are classified under tariff item 0709.52.90 as 'Other' truffles, since they are not intended for processing and are not otherwise specified in the subheading.
Fresh Summer King Bolete
Fresh Summer King Bolete (Boletus aestivalis) is a seasonal wild mushroom with a firm texture, sold fresh or chilled. It is classified under tariff item 0709.52.90 as 'Other' truffles, as it is not for processing and is not specifically listed elsewhere in the subheading.