Sulfur Dioxide Preserved Gherkins from Japan
Small gherkin cucumbers treated with sulfur dioxide gas for provisional preservation during storage and transport prior to processing. The treatment renders them unsuitable for direct consumption, requiring removal of the preservative before further use. They are classified under this tariff item as they are gherkins of a maximum diameter of 19 mm, intended for use in the manufacture of finished gherkins.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the gherkins have a maximum diameter of 19 mm and are destined for manufacturing finished gherkins; retain documentation proving end-use
• Verify that the sulfur dioxide treatment is solely for provisional preservation and not for direct consumption
• Consult the CBSA's D Memoranda on tariff classification and end-use provisions before importing