Cornichon Gherkin Picklers
French-style cornichon gherkins, small immature cucumbers ideal for vinegar pickling, imported fresh or chilled during the specified spring period. HTS 0707.00.40.15 covers these as gherkins due to their distinct small size and shape, distinct from larger cucumber varieties.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If gherkins entered May 1 to February 28
Seasonal subheading changes post-April 30, affecting duty rates for the same product.
If frozen after minimal cleaning
Freezing for transport shifts to temporarily preserved vegetables under 0711, excluding fresh classification.
If erroneously identified as small peppers
Misidentification as capsicum varieties could lead to Chapter 07 heading 0709, but gherkins are definitively cucumis sativus.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'gherkins' with varietal name to distinguish from standard cucumbers and support classification
• Maintain cold chain at 4-7°C during transit to preserve freshness without triggering preservation treatment rules
Related Products under HTS 0707.00.40.15
Fresh Mini Gherkin Cucumbers
Small, firm cucumbers known as gherkins, harvested fresh during the March-April seasonal window for optimal pickling potential. These are classified under HTS 0707.00.40.15 as fresh or chilled gherkins entered between March 1 and April 30. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption without further processing like pickling.
Dutch Gherkin Cucumbers
Premium Dutch-bred gherkins, compact and uniform for pickling, shipped fresh or chilled specifically during March-April import window. This HTS 0707.00.40.15 applies to gherkins entered seasonally, reflecting US protection for domestic growers.
Baby Gherkin Snack Cucumbers
Tiny baby gherkins marketed for fresh snacking or quick pickling, imported chilled during the March-April period under HTS 0707.00.40.15. Their small size and crisp texture define them as gherkins separate from standard cucumber classes.
Pickling Gherkin Variety West India
West India pickling gherkins, a heirloom variety with bumpy skin, imported fresh during spring quota period under 0707.00.40.15. Specifically designated as gherkins due to breeding for pickling industry use.