Pickling Gherkin Variety West India from Canada
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.
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
• Include varietal certificates from seed associations to prove gherkin lineage
• Monitor for cucumber beetles; fumigation records prevent quarantine holds
• Calculate duties precisely; seasonal protections often carry higher rates