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Brine-Preserved Citron Peel

Brine-preserved citron peel is citrus peel that has been treated solely with a brine solution to ensure provisional preservation during transport or storage. It remains unsuitable for immediate consumption in that state, aligning with the chapter note on provisional preservation. This product falls under tariff item 0814.00.00 as peel of citrus fruit provisionally preserved in brine.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2006.00.10Higher: 9.5% vs Free

If the peel is candied or otherwise preserved with sugar

Peel preserved with sugar or other sweetening agents falls under heading 20.06, not heading 08.14.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the brine solution is solely for preservation and the peel is not suitable for immediate consumption, as per Chapter Note 4

• Declare the product under 0814.00.00 and be prepared to provide documentation on the preservation method

• Verify if any additional food safety inspections are required by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for food ingredients

Related Products under Tariff item 0814.00.00

Brine Preserved Lemon Zest

Brine preserved lemon zest is finely grated lemon zest preserved in a light brine solution for culinary applications. It is treated solely for provisional preservation and is unsuitable for immediate consumption. This product is classified under tariff item 0814.00.00 as peel of citrus fruit provisionally preserved in brine.

Brine-Preserved Lime Peel

Lime peel strips preserved in a salt brine solution to prevent spoilage during transport. This product is provisionally preserved and remains unsuitable for immediate consumption, which aligns with the scope of tariff item 0814.00.00 for citrus peel in preservative solutions.

Brine-Preserved Tahiti Lime Peel

Brine-preserved Tahiti lime peel is peel from Tahiti limes preserved in brine for short-term transport to processing facilities. It is treated solely for provisional preservation and is unsuitable for immediate consumption. This product is classified under tariff item 0814.00.00 as peel of citrus fruit provisionally preserved in brine.

Dried Bitter Orange Peel

Seville or bitter orange peel dried whole or in pieces, primarily used for marmalade production. As a dried citrus peel, it retains the character of dried fruit and falls under tariff item 0814.00.00, which covers dried peel of citrus fruit.

Dried Cantaloupe Rind

Dried outer rind from cantaloupe melons, preserved for use in jams or extracts. Tariff item 0814.00.00 explicitly includes melon peels in dried form, making this product eligible for classification under this item.

Dried Citron Zest for Baking

Dried citron zest is finely chopped and dried peel from citron oranges, used in baking and confectionery. It retains the character of dried fruit peel and has not undergone further manufacturing beyond drying. This product is classified under tariff item 0814.00.00 as dried peel of citrus fruit.