Retail Pack Frozen Sweet Corn
Consumer-sized bags of frozen sweet corn kernels for retail sale, frozen post-steaming. This remains under tariff item 0710.40.00 as packaging does not change the classification of the frozen vegetable.
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 retail pack contains other vegetables mixed with sweet corn
Mixed frozen vegetables may be classified under other frozen vegetable headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Retail packaging does not alter classification, but ensure the product is not presented as a prepared meal
• Verify the product is frozen and not chilled
• Include the weight of packaging in the declared weight per supplementary note 1 of Chapter 07
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 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.
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.