Fresh Porcini Mushrooms from China
Fresh porcini mushrooms (Boletus edulis) are wild-foraged with a nutty flavor and meaty texture, used in Italian risottos. As fresh or chilled 'other' mushrooms, they are classified under tariff item 0709.59.90, which covers mushrooms and truffles not elsewhere specified, and are highly perishable, often air-shipped.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
8.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the mushrooms are fresh or chilled and not dried or preserved; those forms are classified elsewhere
• Include the package weight in the customs value
• Have documentation ready to prove the species for accurate classification