Organic Pitted Tart Cherries in Unsweetened Juice
Organic pitted tart cherries preserved in their own unsweetened juice, certified organic and intended for premium baking applications. The cherries are prepared by a process other than those specified in Chapter 7, 8 or 11, and contain no added sugar, fitting the tariff item for cherries otherwise prepared or preserved.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cherries are processed into a pulp rather than whole or halved fruit
The sibling tariff item covers cherry pulp, which is distinct from whole or pitted cherries.
If the product is a mixture of cherries with other fruit or edible plants
Mixtures of prepared fruit fall under other subheadings of heading 20.08 when not predominantly cherries.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is certified organic by a CFIA-accredited body and have the certificate ready for CBSA inspection
• Declare the juice as water or juice pack; if the Brix value exceeds 20, it may be reclassified, so verify the concentration before shipping
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