Sliced Water Chestnuts in Brine from Mexico
Sliced water chestnuts in brine are thinly sliced, packed in a mild salt solution, and heat-processed for shelf stability without acetic acid. They fall under tariff item 2005.99.90 as other prepared vegetables, as the brine is a preserving medium, not a vinegar-based one.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
8%
Import Tips
• Confirm the brine does not contain vinegar or acetic acid, which would reclassify the product under heading 2001
• Ensure the water chestnuts are not Chinese variety, as that may require a different code
• Keep the heat treatment records to prove the product is prepared, not fresh