Chilled Baby Globe Artichokes
Chilled baby globe artichokes are immature Cynara scolymus flower heads harvested early for their tender texture and mild flavor. They are chilled post-harvest solely to maintain freshness and are not further processed, making them suitable for classification as fresh or chilled vegetables under tariff item 0709.91.00.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the artichokes are frozen after harvest
Frozen vegetables are classified under heading 07.10, not fresh or chilled.
If the artichokes are prepared or preserved beyond chilling
Prepared vegetable preparations fall under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the artichokes are chilled but not treated with preservatives, as any additional processing could shift classification
• Verify that the product is not frozen or dried, which would fall under other headings
• Keep transport documentation showing the chill chain was maintained
Related Products under Tariff item 0709.91.00
Fresh Globe Artichokes
Fresh globe artichokes are the edible flower heads of Cynara scolymus, harvested and sold fresh or chilled for culinary use. They are not processed beyond cooling, so they qualify as fresh or chilled vegetables under tariff item 0709.91.00.
Jumbo Fresh Globe Artichokes
Jumbo fresh globe artichokes are large, mature Cynara scolymus flower heads weighing over 0.5 kg each, sold fresh or chilled for steaming or grilling. Their size does not affect classification, and they remain fresh or chilled vegetables under tariff item 0709.91.00.
Organic Fresh Globe Artichokes
Organic fresh globe artichokes are Cynara scolymus flower heads grown without synthetic pesticides and certified organic, supplied fresh or chilled. The organic status does not change the tariff classification, and they remain fresh or chilled vegetables under tariff item 0709.91.00.
Peruvian Globe Artichokes Fresh
Peruvian globe artichokes fresh are Cynara scolymus flower heads exported from Peru's coastal regions and chilled for trans-Pacific shipment. They are fresh or chilled vegetables with no further processing, so they fall under tariff item 0709.91.00.
Spanish Chilled Globe Artichokes
Spanish chilled globe artichokes are premium Cynara scolymus flower heads from Spain's Mediterranean farms, packed in ventilated crates to maintain freshness. They are chilled but not preserved, making them fresh or chilled vegetables under tariff item 0709.91.00.