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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur dioxide for transport
Heading 0711 covers vegetables treated solely for provisional preservation during storage or transport, remaining unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If dried mushrooms of the genus Agaricus
Dried Agaricus mushrooms shift to Chapter 7 heading 0712 for dehydrated vegetables, excluding fresh or chilled forms.
If prepared or preserved by vinegar, acetic acid, or sugar
Processed mushrooms like pickled or canned fall under Chapter 20 for preserved vegetables, not fresh in Chapter 7.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify mushrooms are fresh or chilled (below 7°C) and free of preservatives to qualify under Chapter 7; provide temperature logs during customs inspection
• Include phytosanitary certificates confirming no pests or diseases, as Agaricus imports often face strict agricultural inspections
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as dried (HTS 0712); ensure invoices specify 'fresh/chilled' and genus
Related Products under HTS 0709.51.01.50
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.
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.
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.