Fresh Mini Gherkin Cucumbers from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls strictly between March 1 and April 30 to qualify under this subheading; late entries shift to general cucumber codes
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freshness and freedom from pests, as required for live plant imports
• Avoid chilling below 0°C to prevent freezing damage, which could reclassify as provisionally preserved under 0711