French Grey Shallots from Canada
French grey shallots are elongated, grey-skinned bulbs prized in gourmet cooking for their subtle flavor. Classified as fresh or chilled shallots under HTS 0703.10.4070, they differ from garlic by lacking cloves and from onions by their smaller size and clustered growth.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide country-of-origin certificates verifying varietal purity for premium French grey shallots
• Use ventilated crates to avoid moisture buildup during chilled transport
• Avoid mixing with onions in shipments to prevent cross-contamination and classification disputes