Certified Organic Gherkins

Small, immature cucumbers ideal for pickling, grown and certified organic without prohibited substances. Falls under HTS 0707.00.4080 for fresh or chilled certified organic cucumbers/gherkins imported March 1-April 30.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0707.00.40Same rate: 17.5%

If non-organic gherkins

Conventional fresh/chilled gherkins during season use the non-organic statistical breakout.

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 17.5%

If provisionally preserved for transport

If treated only to preserve during carriage (e.g., in weak brine), unsuitable for eating, goes to 0711.

0709.99.10Higher: 30.6% vs 17.5%

If outside seasonal period

Gherkins entered after April 30 fall under other fresh vegetable provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish fresh gherkins from pickled; ensure organic cert covers immature cucumber stage

Monitor entry calendar strictly; prepare for CBP verification of organic claims

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