Preserved Shiitake Mushrooms in Brine from Mexico
Whole shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) preserved in a brine solution with sulfur dioxide for temporary storage and transport. They are unsuitable for immediate consumption due to the high salt content and require rinsing and cooking before use. Classified under HTS 0711.59.90.00 as provisionally preserved mushrooms, not for direct retail eating.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify preservative treatment (e.g
• brine or SO2) matches Chapter 71 note; provide lab analysis if challenged
• Include commercial invoice detailing treatment method and unsuitability for immediate consumption to avoid reclassification
• Check FDA prior notice requirements for preserved vegetables; common pitfall is insufficient documentation on sulfur levels