Chayote for Retail Sale
Fresh chayote (Sechium edule) packaged in consumer-ready mesh bags or trays for retail sale, maintaining its fresh or chilled condition. This product falls under tariff item 0709.99.90 as an 'other' fresh vegetable not elsewhere specified in Chapter 07.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as parsley during a specified seasonal period
Parsley has its own tariff item with seasonal rate variations.
If imported as rhubarb during a specified seasonal period
Rhubarb is separately classified with seasonal duty rates.
If imported as sweet corn-on-the-cob in small packages
Sweet corn has distinct tariff items based on packaging weight.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure chayote is fresh or chilled and not processed; include package weight in duty calculation per Supplementary Note 1
• Verify CBSA import requirements for plant health and phytosanitary certificates
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Chilled Gourmet Okra
Premium chilled gourmet okra pods, hand-selected for uniformity and tenderness, targeted at high-end restaurants and specialty grocers. Maintained at 4-7°C during transit, classified under 0709.99.90 as an 'other' fresh vegetable.
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