Libby's Canned Pears in Light Syrup from Mexico
Libby's canned pears in light syrup are pear halves preserved by heat processing and sealed in 425 g tins. They are classified under tariff item 2008.40.90 as pears otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified, because they are not pulp or chips and are packaged for retail sale.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
9.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the cans are clearly labelled with the net weight and country of origin for CBSA inspection
• Verify that the syrup's sugar content does not trigger additional excise or labelling requirements under Canadian food regulations
• Keep commercial invoices detailing the product's preparation method to support the tariff classification