Fresh Shiitake Mushrooms from United States
Fresh shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) are cultivated fungi with a meaty texture and rich umami flavor, commonly used in Asian cuisine. 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 not specifically listed elsewhere.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
8.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the mushrooms are fresh or chilled and not dried or preserved; those forms fall under other headings
• Provide a phytosanitary certificate to meet CBSA requirements
• Include the weight of packaging in the customs value