Chilled Brown Italian Agaricus Mushrooms

Chilled brown Italian Agaricus mushrooms are Agaricus bisporus cultivated in Italy for premium markets, with rich umami notes. They fit HTS 0709.51.0150 as other fresh or chilled Agaricus, packed in modified atmosphere for shelf life. Excludes dried or preserved forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+35.0%55%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 55%

If preserved in sulfur water

Chapter note 0711 applies to provisional preservation methods like sulfur water.

0712.31Lower: 12.6% vs 55%

If sun-dried or artificially dehydrated

Any drying process excludes from fresh heading 0709.

0709.99Lower: 30% vs 55%

If mixed with non-Agaricus vegetables

Fresh vegetable mixtures fall under residual 0709.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain cold chain documentation (0-4°C) to avoid reclassification as unfit for Chapter 7

Declare varietal name accurately; Italian strains may need origin-specific permits

Watch for EU export residues; fumigation records prevent holds

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Fresh White Button Mushrooms

Fresh white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) are the most common cultivated variety, harvested at the button stage for their mild flavor and firm texture. They fall under HTS 0709.51.0150 as fresh or chilled mushrooms of the genus Agaricus, excluding specific varieties like shiitake or matsutake. These mushrooms are unsuitable for immediate consumption without cleaning and trimming.

Fresh Cremini Mushrooms

Fresh cremini mushrooms are young Agaricus bisporus with a brown cap, offering an earthier flavor than white buttons. Classified under HTS 0709.51.0150 as 'other' fresh or chilled Agaricus mushrooms, they are sold whole or sliced for retail. They must be in a fresh state without any processing.

Fresh Portobello Mushrooms

Fresh portobello mushrooms are mature Agaricus bisporus with large, open brown caps ideal for grilling. They are categorized in HTS 0709.51.0150 as other fresh Agaricus mushrooms, chilled for market distribution. The code applies to all non-specialty Agaricus excluding explicitly listed types.

Fresh Agaricus Brawny Mushrooms

Fresh brawny mushrooms are a firm-textured variety of Agaricus bisporus grown for export, with a robust flavor. HTS 0709.51.0150 covers these as 'other' fresh or chilled genus Agaricus mushrooms not elsewhere specified. They require gentle handling to maintain freshness.

Fresh Gourmet Agaricus Blazei Mushrooms

Fresh Agaricus blazei mushrooms, known for immune-boosting properties, are a specialty 'other' Agaricus variety. Under HTS 0709.51.0150 for fresh/chilled genus Agaricus excluding listed types. Typically small caps, sold premium fresh.

Fresh Sliced Agaricus Mushrooms

Fresh sliced white Agaricus mushrooms are pre-cut for convenience, still considered fresh if chilled immediately post-harvest. HTS 0709.51.0150 applies to other Agaricus in fresh/chilled state, provided no preservation added. Common in retail punnets.