Sterilized Canned Carrot Chunks
Sterilized canned carrot chunks are carrot chunks heat-sterilized and packed in airtight cans, preserved without vinegar for shelf stability. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06. This falls under tariff item 2005.99.19 as 'Other' carrots, since they are not baby carrots in cans or glass jars.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the carrot chunks are from baby carrots (length ≤11 cm) in cans or glass jars
Baby carrots in airtight containers are specifically classified under this sibling item.
If the product is a mixture of vegetables
Mixtures of vegetables are classified under the residual 'Other' item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the carrots are not baby carrots to avoid classification under 2005.99.11
• Ensure the preservation method does not involve vinegar or acetic acid
• Provide sterilization details to CBSA for accurate classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2005.99.19
Airtight Canned Carrot Strips
Airtight canned carrot strips are julienne-cut carrots that have been cooked and sealed in airtight containers with minimal liquid. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and are not products of heading 20.06. This falls under tariff item 2005.99.19 as 'Other' carrots, since they are not baby carrots in cans or glass jars.
Brined Canned Diced Carrots
Brined canned diced carrots are diced carrots preserved in brine within airtight tinplate cans, suitable for soups and stews. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06. This falls under tariff item 2005.99.19 as 'Other' carrots, since they are not baby carrots in cans or glass jars.
Canned Glazed Carrots
Canned glazed carrots are whole carrots lightly glazed with sugar syrup, sealed in airtight cans for retail. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06. This falls under tariff item 2005.99.19 as 'Other' carrots, since they are not baby carrots in cans or glass jars.
Canned Organic Carrots
Canned organic carrots are organic sliced carrots preserved in airtight cans without synthetic additives, certified organic. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06. This falls under tariff item 2005.99.19 as 'Other' carrots, since they are not baby carrots in cans or glass jars.
Canned Sliced Carrots
Canned sliced carrots are sliced carrots prepared by cooking and preserved in water or brine, packed in airtight tin cans for retail sale. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06. This falls under tariff item 2005.99.19 as 'Other' carrots, since they are not baby carrots in cans or glass jars.
Retort Pouched Carrot Cubes
Retort pouched carrot cubes are carrot cubes in flexible retort pouches that are hermetically sealed airtight containers, preserved by retort sterilization. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 20.06. This falls under tariff item 2005.99.19 as 'Other' carrots, since they are not baby carrots in cans or glass jars.