Fresh Damson Plums
Fresh Damson plums, small tangy blue-black plums used for cooking and preserves, imported January-May from New Zealand. These are fresh plums in their natural state, suitable for immediate consumption, and qualify under tariff item 0809.40.21 during the specified order period.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 10.5% | — | 10.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 10.5% | — | 10.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 10.5% | — | 10.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 10.5% | — | 10.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 10.5% | — | 10.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the Damson plums are destined for processing into preserves or cooking products.
This item applies to prune plums for processing, which may include Damson varieties.
If imported outside the specified order period or the 12-week limit is exceeded.
This is the residual item for other prune plums not covered by the seasonal order.
If the plums are not classified as prune plums but as other fresh plums.
This item covers other fresh plums not specifically listed as prune plums.
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 Damson plums are fresh and not dried or processed, as chapter note 3 excludes treated products
• Check if the 12-week order period is active for your shipment dates
• Prepare a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country to meet CBSA requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 0809.40.21
Fresh Black Plums
Fresh black plums (Prunus domestica) imported during the January to May period, typically harvested from Southern Hemisphere countries like Chile or South Africa. These firm, juicy stone fruits with dark purple skin are in their natural state and suitable for immediate consumption, falling under tariff item 0809.40.21 which applies to other prune plums imported during a specified period ordered by the Minister.
Fresh Friar Plums
Fresh Friar plums, large black-skinned plums with sweet crimson flesh, imported from Chile during January-May. These premium fresh plums are in their natural state and suitable for immediate consumption, falling under tariff item 0809.40.21 during the specified order period.
Fresh Santa Rosa Plums
Fresh Santa Rosa plums, a popular Japanese plum variety with red-purple skin and yellow flesh, sourced from Southern Hemisphere during winter. These fresh plums are in their natural state and suitable for immediate consumption, qualifying under tariff item 0809.40.21 during the specified order period.