Air Dried Premium Shiitake Caps
Premium shiitake mushroom caps, air dried to retain shape and flavor, stems removed but not further prepared. HTS 0712.34.10.00 applies to air or sun dried shiitake mushrooms, whole or in pieces. Popular in gourmet recipes after soaking.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 1.8% | +25.0% | 26.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 1.8% | — | 1.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 1.8% | — | 1.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 1.8% | — | 1.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 1.8% | — | 1.8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If wood ears (Auricularia spp.) instead
Different mushroom species like wood ears have separate subheadings in 0712.39.
If dried and then canned in water
Further preparation like canning classifies under prepared mushrooms in Chapter 20.
If ground into flakes for flour-like use
Flaked or powdered vegetable products may fall under Chapter 11 if used as flour.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document drying method (air/sun only) to avoid reclassification under preserved vegetables
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements for fungal products from Asia
• Avoid packaging that implies 'ready-to-eat' to prevent shift to prepared food tariffs
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Air Dried Whole Shiitake Mushrooms
Whole shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) that have been air dried or sun dried to preserve them without further preparation. They fall under HTS 0712.34.10.00 as dried mushrooms, whole, not further prepared for immediate consumption. These are commonly used in Asian cuisine after rehydration.
Sun Dried Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms
Shiitake mushrooms sliced and sun dried, remaining whole pieces without seasoning or further processing. Classified under HTS 0712.34.10.00 for air or sun dried shiitake, suitable for storage and rehydration in cooking. Ideal for bulk import by food manufacturers.
Bulk Sun Dried Shiitake Mushrooms
Bulk-packed sun dried whole shiitake mushrooms for wholesale, dried solely by sun exposure without additives. Fits HTS 0712.34.10.00 as not further prepared dried vegetables. Used in food service and manufacturing.
Dehydrated Shiitake Mushroom Pieces
Broken pieces of sun dried shiitake mushrooms, air dried process confirmed, not powdered. Under HTS 0712.34.10.00 for dried shiitake, whole, cut, sliced, broken, or powder but this is broken form. Rehydrates well for soups.