Air Dried Shiitake Mushrooms
Whole air-dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes), dehydrated using air drying methods to preserve flavor and nutrients without further processing. They are dried vegetables of heading 07.12, classified as mushrooms 'other' since they are not porcini or truffles.
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 porcini (Boletus edulis) for food manufacturing
Porcini mushrooms have a dedicated tariff item with potentially different duty treatment.
If the product is a truffle
Truffles are classified separately from other mushrooms.
If the mushrooms are prepared or preserved by methods other than drying (e.g., in vinegar or oil)
Prepared mushrooms fall under chapter 20, not dried vegetables of chapter 07.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the mushrooms are whole and not sliced, chopped, or ground beyond what is stated, as further preparation may change classification
• Declare the weight including packaging, as required by supplementary note 1
• Check if the shiitake mushrooms qualify for duty-free entry under a free trade agreement based on origin
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