Steamed Whole Prunes
Steamed whole prunes are dried plums that have been treated with steam to soften their texture before drying. This process qualifies them as dried fruit under heading 08.13, as they remain suitable for immediate consumption and are not pitted or further processed. They are classified under tariff item 0813.20.00 as prunes.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the prunes are apricots instead of plums
Apricots are classified separately under dried fruit heading 0813.
If the prunes are provisionally preserved in brine or sulphur water
Heading 08.12 covers fruit treated solely for preservation during transport, not suitable for immediate consumption.
If the prunes are further processed, such as cooked or sweetened
Prepared fruit preparations fall under Chapter 20, not dried fruit.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the prunes are dried and not partially rehydrated beyond the limits in Chapter Note 3, as excessive moisture may change classification
• Declare the correct net weight for duty calculation, as the CBSA may verify the product's state
• Keep documentation of the steaming process to prove it is a drying treatment, not a preservation method
Related Products under Tariff item 0813.20.00
Brine-Plumped and Oven-Dried Prunes
These prunes are soaked in a salt brine solution to plump and preserve the fruit, then oven-dried to a moist consistency suitable for long-term storage and culinary use. They are classified under tariff item 0813.20.00 as dried prunes, as the brine treatment is for preservation and the final product retains the character of dried fruit.
Brine-Soaked and Dried Agen Prunes
Agen prunes are a premium French variety of plums that are soaked in brine to plump them up before being dried, resulting in soft, moist prunes with enhanced flavor and extended shelf life. They fall under tariff item 0813.20.00 as dried prunes, since the brine treatment is for preservation and the final product is suitable for immediate consumption.
Brine-Soaked and Dried French Prunes
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.
Bulk French Prune Halves
Bulk French prune halves are halves of French prune plums dried in bulk, packaged in large totes for industrial food manufacturing. They are classified under tariff item 0813.20.00 as dried prunes, whether or not pitted.
Bulk Prune Segments
Prunes cut into uniform segments for bulk commercial sale, processed for smoothie blends and health food bars without reconstitution. They are classified under tariff item 0813.20.00 as dried prunes, as cutting does not alter their character as dried fruit.
Bulk Unpitted French Pruneaux d'Ente
Bulk unpitted French Pruneaux d'Ente are traditional dried plums from southwest France, air-dried for bulk industrial use in baking and confectionery. They are classified under tariff item 0813.20.00 as dried prunes, whether or not pitted.