Certified Organic Avocado Baby Food Blend
A finely homogenized certified organic avocado puree blended with a small amount of apple puree, packaged in 120g pouches for infant feeding. Although it meets the definition of a homogenized preparation, it is classified here as an avocado preparation under tariff item 2008.99.30 because it is not specifically provided for in subheading 2007.10 or 2005.10.
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 the product is a homogenized fruit preparation with avocado as a minor ingredient
Subheading 2007.10 covers homogenized preparations of fruit put up for retail sale as infant food, taking precedence over other headings when the fruit content is predominantly non-avocado.
If the product contains visible vegetable pieces and is sold as a vegetable preparation
Subheading 2005.10 covers homogenized vegetables for infant feeding, which may include small visible pieces, and takes precedence over other subheadings of heading 20.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labelled as suitable for infants or young children and that the net weight does not exceed 250g to avoid reclassification
• Declare the exact organic certification number to the CBSA to claim any preferential tariff treatment under applicable trade agreements
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