Sweet Gherkin Pickles
Sweet Gherkin Pickles are tiny gherkins preserved in sweetened vinegar syrup with cloves and cinnamon. They are classified under tariff item 2001.10.00 as cucumbers preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. Sugar enhances flavor but vinegar remains the primary preservation method.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8% | — | 8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8% | — | 8% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is coated or prepared as sugar confectionery
Chapter note 2 excludes fruit jellies and pastes in the form of sugar confectionery from headings 20.07 and 20.08.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the vinegar preservation method is clearly documented despite the sweetened syrup
• Verify that the product is not classified as sugar confectionery under heading 17.04
• Check Canadian labelling requirements for sweet pickled products
Related Products under Tariff item 2001.10.00
Baby Kosher Pickles
Baby Kosher Pickles are small whole cucumbers preserved in a light vinegar brine with kosher dill seasoning. They fall under tariff item 2001.10.00 as cucumbers preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, regardless of size or seasoning. The product is suitable for snacking or garnishing and meets the chapter's definition of prepared or preserved vegetables.
Bread and Butter Gherkins
Bread and Butter Gherkins are small gherkin cucumbers sliced and preserved in a sweet vinegar brine with onions and spices. They are classified under tariff item 2001.10.00 as cucumbers preserved by vinegar or acetic acid, with the vinegar base being the primary preservation method. The added sugar and spices are considered minor ingredients that do not alter the classification.
Cornichon Pickles
Cornichon Pickles are French-style tiny cucumbers preserved in vinegar with shallots and tarragon. They are a classic gherkin type and fall under tariff item 2001.10.00 as cucumbers preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. The traditional European recipe and delicate flavor do not affect the tariff classification.
Dill pickle Relish
Dill pickle Relish is finely chopped cucumbers preserved in vinegar with dill and mustard seed, used as a condiment. Despite being chopped, it remains classified under tariff item 2001.10.00 as a cucumber product preserved by acetic acid. The product is not homogenized and retains visible pieces, consistent with the chapter's scope.
Dill Pickle Spears
Dill Pickle Spears are cucumber spears pickled in a vinegar and dill brine, commonly used as a sandwich topping or snack. They fall under tariff item 2001.10.00 as cucumbers preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. The pickling process involves acetic acid, which is the defining preservation method for this heading.
Garlic Dill Gherkins
Garlic Dill Gherkins are baby gherkins packed in vinegar brine infused with fresh garlic and dill weed. They are classified under tariff item 2001.10.00 as gherkins preserved by acetic acid. The product includes whole small cucumbers without size restrictions, and the added garlic and dill are minor seasonings.