Brine-Soaked and Dried French Prunes from Japan
French prunes, typically from the Prunus domestica variety, undergo brine soaking to rehydrate and preserve before controlled drying, yielding tender prunes ideal for baking and cooking. They are classified under tariff item 0813.20.00 as dried prunes, as the brine treatment is for preservation and the final product is dried.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the prunes are not in a state unsuitable for immediate consumption, which would exclude them from heading 08.13
• Declare the total weight including packaging, as per Supplementary Note 1
• Verify that any additives like vegetable oil or glucose syrup do not alter the dried character