Dried Italian White Truffles
Premium whole dried Tuber magnatum (Italian white truffles) from Piedmont, dried to concentrate their earthy aroma. These truffles are not further prepared beyond drying and are classified under tariff item 0712.39.20 as dried truffles, whole.
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 truffles are sliced, grated, or otherwise processed
Further processing moves them to the 'Other' category for dried mushrooms.
If the truffles are preserved in oil, brine, or other preparations
Prepared truffles are classified under Chapter 20, not dried vegetables.
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 the truffles are free from any preservatives or coatings, as these would change classification
• Obtain a certificate of origin to potentially benefit from reduced duty rates under CETA
• Declare the truffles as 'dried truffles' rather than 'mushrooms' to align with the tariff description
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Finely powdered dried Tuber magnatum (Alba white truffle) for premium culinary infusions. The powder is produced solely by drying and grinding the truffles, with no further preparation, and is classified under tariff item 0712.39.20 as dried truffles in powder form.
Dried Black Périgord Truffles
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Dried Chinese Black Truffles
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Dried Summer Black Truffles
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