Artichoke Palm Hearts Blend
A preserved blend where palm hearts are the principal component, with artichoke hearts as a secondary ingredient. It falls under this tariff item because palm hearts predominate and the product is prepared or preserved, not fresh or chilled.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If artichoke hearts predominate by weight
The blend would then be classified as other prepared vegetables, not palm hearts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the palm hearts are the main ingredient by weight; if artichokes predominate, classification may shift
• Declare the product as 'palm hearts, prepared or preserved' to avoid misclassification
• Keep supplier documentation on ingredient proportions for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 2008.91.00
Baby Food Palm Hearts Puree
Finely homogenized palm heart puree in 200g retail jars for infant feeding. It falls under this tariff item because it is a preparation of palm hearts, and subheading note 2 for homogenized preparations does not apply to heading 20.08.
Bulk Preserved Palm Hearts
Industrial bulk packs of preserved palm hearts for foodservice canning lines. These are prepared or preserved palm hearts, not put up for retail sale, and are covered by this tariff item.
Canned Palm Hearts in Brine
Palm hearts from the inner core of palm trees, canned in brine for preservation, ready for use in salads or stir-fries. This is a classic preserved palm heart product, directly covered by this tariff item.
Low-Sodium Palm Hearts
Palm hearts preserved with reduced salt for health-conscious consumers. The reduced salt content does not change the classification; it remains a preserved palm heart product under this tariff item.
Marinated Palm Hearts with Garlic
Palm hearts marinated in oil with garlic slices, offering enhanced flavor for antipasti platters. The added seasonings and oil do not remove it from this tariff item, as it remains primarily palm hearts.
Organic Canned Palm Hearts
Certified organic canned palm hearts from sustainable sources, canned without additives. Organic status does not affect classification; it is a preserved palm heart product under this tariff item.