Frozen Bicolor Sweet Corn Kernels
Frozen bicolor sweet corn kernels, a blend of yellow and white varieties, steamed for preservation and frozen. This falls under tariff item 0710.40.00 as it is sweet corn, regardless of color, in a frozen state with only heat treatment.
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 blend includes other vegetables beyond sweet corn
Mixed frozen vegetables may be classified under other frozen vegetable headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is solely sweet corn and not mixed with other vegetables, which could change classification
• Keep records of the blanching/steaming process to demonstrate it meets the 'uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling' condition
• Check for any anti-dumping or safeguard measures on frozen sweet corn
Related Products under Tariff item 0710.40.00
Frozen Baby Sweet Corn
Frozen baby sweet corn ears or sections that have been steamed and frozen. This product is classified under tariff item 0710.40.00 as it is sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata) in a frozen state, prepared only by steaming or boiling in water.
Frozen Organic Sweet Corn Kernels
Certified organic frozen sweet corn kernels, steamed and frozen without synthetic preservatives. This product is classified under tariff item 0710.40.00 as frozen sweet corn; organic status does not affect the tariff classification.
Frozen Sweet Corn on the Cob
Whole or cut frozen sweet corn cobs, boiled in water and frozen. This is specifically classified under tariff item 0710.40.00 as frozen sweet corn, prepared only by boiling or steaming.
Frozen White Sweet Corn Off-the-Cob
Frozen white sweet corn kernels, blanched and frozen for preservation. This product falls under tariff item 0710.40.00 as it is sweet corn in frozen form, with only heat treatment for preservation.
Frozen Yellow Sweet Corn Kernels
Frozen yellow sweet corn kernels from Zea mays var. saccharata, uncooked or steamed, ready for cooking. This is classified under tariff item 0710.40.00 as frozen sweet corn, a vegetable preserved by freezing without further processing.
IQF Frozen Super Sweet Corn Kernels
Individually quick frozen (IQF) super sweet corn kernels from high-sugar varieties, blanched. This product falls under tariff item 0710.40.00 as frozen sweet corn, regardless of sugar content, with only blanching as preparation.