Provisional Preserved Yellow Onions in Brine from Canada
Yellow onions preserved in brine solely for transport and storage, remaining unsuitable for immediate consumption without further processing. They fall under HTS 0711.90.50.00 as onions treated provisionally per Chapter Note to heading 0711. These are typically used in food manufacturing after peeling and cooking.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.1%
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 preservation method is solely provisional (e.g
• brine, no cooking) to avoid reclassification to Chapter 20
• Provide lab analysis confirming unsuitability for immediate eating and documentation of transport intent
• Check country-specific quotas or seasonal restrictions on onion imports to prevent delays