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Chancellor Cuts Tariffs on 100+ Food Products in Budget

By Drooid · Oct 31, 2026 · How we work

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Chancellor John Healey announced the removal of import tariffs on more than 100 products, including gherkins, in his budget.
The tariff cut also eliminates duties on baked beans and boiled sweets.
Chef Nigel Slater uses gherkins in his tartare sauce to cut through greasiness.
Chef Tom Kerridge markets a gherkin ketchup, claiming guests will think they are pickling geniuses.

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Chancellor John Healey announced the removal of import tariffs on more than 100 products, including gherkins, in his budget.
The tariff cut also eliminates duties on baked beans and boiled sweets.
Chef Nigel Slater uses gherkins in his tartare sauce to cut through greasiness.
Chef Tom Kerridge markets a gherkin ketchup, claiming guests will think they are pickling geniuses.