Temporarily Preserved Mini Gherkins from Canada
Mini gherkins held in a light preservative solution (e.g., sulfur dioxide or brine) for short-term storage before industrial pickling. They cannot be consumed directly due to the treatment, fitting the 'unsuitable for immediate consumption' criterion in heading 0711. Classified under 0711.40.00.00 including gherkins.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on actual preservation method; provide treatment logs from supplier
• Comply with phytosanitary certificates for vegetable imports to clear customs smoothly
• Watch for reclassification if gherkins are pre-sliced or flavored, pushing to Chapter 20