Preserved Shiitake Mushrooms in Brine
Whole shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) preserved in a brine solution with sulfur dioxide for temporary storage and transport. They are unsuitable for immediate consumption due to the high salt content and require further processing before use. Classified under tariff item 0711.59.00 as 'other' mushrooms provisionally preserved.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mushrooms are of the genus Agaricus
Mushrooms of the genus Agaricus are specifically classified under heading 0711, subheading 0711.51, rather than the 'other' category.
If the mushrooms are fully dried, not just provisionally preserved
Dried mushrooms, including shiitake, fall under heading 07.12 for dried vegetables, provided they are not in a provisional preservation state.
If the mushrooms are prepared or preserved by methods other than provisional preservation, such as cooking or canning
Prepared or preserved mushrooms are classified in chapter 20, not chapter 07.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the brine solution contains only preservatives like sulfur dioxide and that the mushrooms remain unsuitable for immediate consumption to qualify for this tariff item
• Include the weight of the brine and packaging when calculating duties, as per supplementary note 1
• Verify that the sulfur dioxide levels comply with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) limits for preserved vegetables
Related Products under Tariff item 0711.59.00
Brined Beech Mushrooms for Export
Beech mushrooms (Hypsizygus tessellatus) brined for shipment, remaining unsuitable for raw consumption. This provisional preservation method qualifies them under tariff item 0711.59.00 as other provisionally preserved mushrooms.
Brined Enoki Mushrooms for Processing
Brined Enoki mushrooms (Flammulina velutipes) preserved in a brine solution solely to maintain them during international transport and storage. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption in this state, requiring further processing before use, which qualifies them under tariff item 0711.59.00 as provisionally preserved mushrooms.
Brined Oyster Mushrooms for Processing
Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) temporarily preserved in saltwater brine to prevent spoilage during shipment to food processors. The strong brine makes them unsuitable for direct consumption without preparation, fitting tariff item 0711.59.00.
Brine Packed Beech Mushrooms
Beech mushrooms (Hypsizygus tessellatus) packed in brine for temporary preservation during shipment and storage. They are not suitable for direct consumption in this state, meeting the criteria for provisional preservation under tariff item 0711.59.00.
Brine-Preserved Crimini Mushrooms
Crimini mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus var. brown) preserved in a brine solution solely for transport and storage. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption without further preparation, aligning with the provisional preservation definition in tariff item 0711.59.00.
Brine-Preserved Maitake Mushrooms
Maitake mushrooms (Grifola frondosa) in a sulfur water brine solution for short-term storage before drying or cooking. They are too salty for immediate use, aligning with the provisional preservation definition of tariff item 0711.59.00.