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Fresh Pearl Onions

Tiny, whole pearl onions, fresh or chilled, often pickled or in cocktails. Classified in HTS 0703.10.40 as other onions when fresh, not dried.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0712.20.40.00Higher: 58.8% vs 37.5%

If dried pearl onions

Dried small onions like pearls go to dehydrated category 0712.

2001.90.10Lower: 28% vs 37.5%

If pickled for retail

Prepared or preserved onions shift to Chapter 20 for vegetables.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify 'pearl' size in invoices but confirm fresh status for 0703

β€’ Include lab tests for pesticide residues common in small onion crops

β€’ Use mesh bags for airflow to maintain quality during shipping