Fresh Baby Sweet Corn Ears
Fresh baby sweet corn ears are immature ears of sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata), harvested fresh or chilled for direct consumption. They fall under tariff item 0709.99.40 as 'Other sweet corn-on-the-cob' because they are sweet corn in the cob form, fresh or chilled, and not covered by more specific headings.
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
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If imported during a period specified by order of the Minister, not exceeding 12 weeks in any 12-month period, and in packages not exceeding 2.27 kg each
This item applies to sweet corn-on-the-cob imported during specific periods with small package sizes.
If imported during a period specified by order of the Minister, not exceeding 12 weeks in any 12-month period, and in bulk or packages exceeding 2.27 kg each
This item covers sweet corn-on-the-cob imported during specific periods in bulk or larger packages.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sweet corn is fresh or chilled and not dried or processed, as that would change classification
• Verify the weight of packages is included for duty calculation under supplementary note 1
• Check if seasonal tariff items (0709.99.31 or 0709.99.32) apply during specified periods
Related Products under Tariff item 0709.99.40
Fresh Butter and Sugar Sweet Corn
Fresh Butter and Sugar sweet corn is a bicolor variety harvested fresh or chilled, with high sugar content for superior tenderness. It qualifies under tariff item 0709.99.40 as 'Other sweet corn-on-the-cob' because it is sweet corn in cob form, fresh or chilled, and not dried or preserved.
Fresh Golden Bantam Sweet Corn
Fresh Golden Bantam sweet corn is a classic yellow variety picked at the milk stage, fresh or chilled. It falls under tariff item 0709.99.40 as 'Other sweet corn-on-the-cob' because it is sweet corn in cob form, fresh or chilled, and not covered by other headings.
Fresh Honey Select Sweet Corn
Fresh Honey Select sweet corn is a Se hybrid variety known for high sugar content and texture, supplied fresh or chilled. It qualifies under tariff item 0709.99.40 as 'Other sweet corn-on-the-cob' because it is sweet corn in cob form, fresh or chilled, and not dried or preserved.
Fresh Organic Peaches and Cream Sweet Corn
Fresh organic Peaches and Cream sweet corn is a bicolor variety, certified organic and harvested fresh or chilled. It falls under tariff item 0709.99.40 as 'Other sweet corn-on-the-cob' because it is sweet corn in cob form, fresh or chilled, and not dried or processed.
Fresh Silver Queen White Sweet Corn
Fresh Silver Queen white sweet corn is a premium variety with large kernels, harvested fresh or chilled. It qualifies under tariff item 0709.99.40 as 'Other sweet corn-on-the-cob' because it is sweet corn in cob form, fresh or chilled, and not dried or preserved.
Fresh Tricolor Sweet Corn Ears
Fresh tricolor sweet corn ears are mixed-color (yellow, white, red) supersweet corn, fresh or chilled for market sale. They fall under tariff item 0709.99.40 as 'Other sweet corn-on-the-cob' because they are sweet corn in cob form, fresh or chilled, and not covered by other headings.