Tahitian Limes from Japan
Fresh Tahitian limes (Citrus latifolia) are large, seedless limes with thick green skin, commonly used in culinary applications like guacamole and cocktails. As fresh citrus fruit, they are classified under tariff item 0805.50.00, which covers lemons and limes, fresh or dried. They are suitable for immediate consumption and retain their fresh character upon importation.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the limes are fresh and not treated with preservatives beyond what is allowed for fresh fruit
• Include the weight of packaging in the declared weight for duty calculation, as per supplementary note 1
• Check if the country of origin has a free trade agreement with Canada to potentially reduce duty rates