Bulk Dried Shiitake for Soup Base
Bulk dried whole shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) packaged for commercial soup production, dried solely for preservation without further preparation. They are not for use in the manufacture of food products as defined under tariff item 0712.34.10, making them classifiable as 'Other' under 0712.34.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mushrooms are specifically for use in the manufacture of food products
This item covers shiitake mushrooms destined for food product manufacturing, which is a more specific end-use classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the shiitake mushrooms are dried solely for preservation with no additives or further processing to qualify under this item
• Declare the end use as commercial soup production; if intended for food product manufacturing, the sibling item 0712.34.10 may apply
• Keep records of the drying process and packaging to present to CBSA upon request
Related Products under Tariff item 0712.34.90
Dried Broken Shiitake Mushrooms
Broken pieces of dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), resulting from natural drying and handling, not intentionally powdered. These are not further prepared and are not for use in food product manufacturing, so they fall under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.
Dried Shiitake Mushroom Slices
Thinly sliced dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) intended for rehydration in soups or stir-fries, dried solely for preservation. They are not further prepared and are not for manufacturing use, so they are classified under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.
Dried Whole Shiitake Mushrooms
Whole dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), harvested, cleaned, and dehydrated without further processing like slicing or powdering. They are not for manufacturing use and are not further prepared, so they fall under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.
Organic Dried Shiitake Mushrooms
Certified organic whole dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) grown without synthetic pesticides, dried for long-term storage. They are not further prepared and are not for manufacturing use, so they are classified under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.
Premium Dried Shiitake Caps
High-grade dried caps of shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), selected for size and quality, dried whole without stems. They are not further prepared and are not for manufacturing use, so they fall under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.