Frozen Whole Baby Potatoes
Frozen whole baby potatoes are small whole new potatoes, blanched and frozen, ideal for roasting. They are preserved by freezing and are only steamed or boiled before freezing. They are classified as frozen potatoes under heading 07.10.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the baby potatoes are packed with butter, herbs, or other flavorings
Flavorings or sauces make them prepared foods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the baby potatoes are not coated with oil or seasonings
• Document the blanching process to show they are only water-cooked
• Verify the product is not considered a 'prepared vegetable' if sold with a sauce packet
Related Products under Tariff item 0710.10.00
Frozen Diced Potatoes
Frozen diced potatoes are peeled, cut into cubes, and quick-frozen for use in stews or hashes. They are uncooked or cooked only by steaming or boiling in water, making them a frozen vegetable of heading 07.10. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption without further cooking.
Frozen French Fries
Frozen French fries are potatoes cut into strips and frozen, typically for frying. They are uncooked or only steamed or boiled in water before freezing, fitting the scope of frozen vegetables in heading 07.10. They require further cooking before consumption.
Frozen Hash Brown Potatoes
Frozen hash brown potatoes are shredded or grated potatoes, formed into patties or loose, and frozen for breakfast dishes. They are typically steamed or boiled before freezing, remaining a simple frozen vegetable product. They are not ready-to-eat and require heating or frying.
Frozen Mashed Potatoes
Frozen mashed potatoes are cooked, mashed potatoes flash-frozen in portions for reheating. They are prepared by boiling or steaming and then frozen, without other substantial ingredients. They fall under heading 07.10 as frozen potatoes, even though they are cooked, since the cooking method is limited to water-based methods.
Frozen Potato Skins
Frozen potato skins are hollowed potato shells, partially cooked and frozen for stuffing. The primary material is potato with minimal processing, and they are not suitable for immediate consumption. They are classified as frozen potatoes under heading 07.10, provided they are only steamed or boiled before freezing.
Frozen Potato Wedges
Frozen potato wedges are potatoes cut into thick wedge shapes, blanched, and frozen for oven baking. They are uncooked overall, aside from the water-based blanching, and fit the definition of frozen vegetables. They require further cooking before consumption.