Sun-Dried Italian Prunes
Sun-dried Italian prunes are whole dried plums from Italian prune tree varieties, naturally dried by sunlight without mechanical means. This traditional method preserves the fruit's intense flavour and qualifies as dried fruit under heading 08.13, as they are suitable for immediate consumption. 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 mixed with other dried fruits or nuts
Mixtures of dried fruits are classified under heading 0813.50.
If the prunes are treated with preservatives for transport
Provisional preservation treatments fall under heading 08.12.
If the prunes are processed beyond drying, such as candied
Further processing moves the product to Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the sun-drying process does not involve any additional treatment, such as oil or glucose syrup, beyond the limits in Chapter Note 3
• Provide evidence of the drying method if requested by the CBSA to confirm classification as dried fruit
• Check if the product meets Canadian food import regulations for dried fruits
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.