Brine Preserved Strawberries
Strawberries provisionally preserved in a brine solution to prevent spoilage during storage and shipping. The brined state makes them unsuitable for immediate eating, which qualifies them under tariff item 0812.90.00 for provisionally preserved fruit.
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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CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 0801110000–0814000000).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the strawberries are frozen after preservation
Frozen provisionally preserved fruit falls under heading 08.11, not 08.12.
If the strawberries are fresh and not preserved
Fresh strawberries are classified under heading 08.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the strawberries are not suitable for immediate consumption in their brined state, as per Chapter Note 4
• Declare the product under 0812.90.00 and keep documentation of the preservation process
• Verify if any additional food inspection requirements apply from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency
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