Fresh White Alba Truffles from Mexico
Fresh white Alba truffles (Tuber magnatum) are premium fungi from Italy, prized for their intense garlic-musk flavor and pale interior. As fresh or chilled truffles, they are classified under tariff item 0709.59.90, which covers 'Other' mushrooms and truffles, and are imported for high-end culinary use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
8.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the truffles are fresh or chilled and not dried, as dried truffles are excluded from this chapter
• Have documentation ready to prove the species for accurate classification
• Include the package weight in the customs value