Frozen Matteuccia Fiddlehead Greens
IQF frozen fiddleheads from Matteuccia struthiopteris, blanched and individually quick frozen to preserve texture. These are classified under tariff item 0710.80.00 as other frozen vegetables, not reduced in size, fitting the description of frozen vegetables uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling.
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 |
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If the fiddleheads are provisionally preserved in brine or sulphur water
Heading 07.11 covers vegetables treated for provisional preservation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the fiddleheads are frozen and not treated with preservatives beyond freezing, as heading 07.11 covers provisionally preserved vegetables
• Include package weight in the declared weight for duty calculation
• Ensure the product is not a forage product
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