Chilean Off-Season Quince
Fresh quinces harvested in Chile during the Southern Hemisphere season, entering Canada from June to August. These off-season quinces are classified as fresh quinces under tariff item 0808.40.00, complementing domestic supply.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the quinces are frozen
Frozen quinces are classified under heading 0811, not as fresh fruit.
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
• Confirm the shipment meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements for fresh fruit
• Ensure the commercial invoice clearly describes the product as fresh quinces
• Check if a permit is required under the Plant Protection Act
Related Products under Tariff item 0808.40.00
Argentine Fresh Quince
Argentine Fresh Quince are fresh quinces from Argentina's winter harvest, widely used in Latin American dulce de membrillo production. They are classified under tariff item 0808.40.00 as quinces, which are fresh fruits covered by this heading.
California Non-Seasonal Quince
Fresh California quinces from late harvest or controlled-atmosphere storage, available from June to November. These quinces are classified under tariff item 0808.40.00 as fresh quinces, regardless of storage method, as they retain their character as fresh fruit.
Certified Organic Champion Quince
Certified Organic Champion Quince is a large, certified organic fresh quince cultivar with yellow skin and excellent flavor for jellies and pastes. It falls under tariff item 0808.40.00 as fresh quinces, which are covered by this heading.
Certified Organic De Anna Quince
Certified Organic De Anna Quince is an early-season fresh quince with smooth skin and tangy flavor profile. It is classified under tariff item 0808.40.00 as fresh quinces, which are fresh fruits in this chapter.
Certified Organic Moorpark Quince
Certified Organic Moorpark Quince offers large fruit size and is certified organic for fresh import, with fuzzy skin typical of the species. It falls under tariff item 0808.40.00 as fresh quinces, which are covered by this heading.
Certified Organic Orange Quince
Certified Organic Orange Quince features vibrant orange-tinged skin and is grown certified organic for fresh market use in desserts. It is classified under tariff item 0808.40.00 as fresh quinces, which are fresh fruits in this chapter.