Chilled Matteuccia Fiddlehead Greens from Canada
Chilled fiddleheads from Matteuccia struthiopteris, packaged in breathable containers to maintain freshness for export. These fern shoots are a seasonal delicacy prized for their asparagus-like flavor when lightly cooked. HTS 0709.99.30.00 covers them as fresh or chilled 'fiddlehead greens' in the other vegetables subgroup.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure temperature logs during transit to prove 'chilled' status and prevent spoilage claims; check for organic certification if labeled as such per General Statistical Note 6
• Avoid any freezing, as it shifts to heading 0710