Frozen Shiitake Mushrooms
Frozen shiitake mushrooms are Lentinula edodes mushrooms that have been blanched and frozen whole or sliced for use in Asian cuisine. They are classified under tariff item 0710.80.00 as frozen 'other vegetables' because Chapter Note 2 includes edible mushrooms in the definition of vegetables for this heading, and they are distinct from dried shiitake mushrooms.
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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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mushrooms are dried rather than frozen
Dried shiitake mushrooms are classified under heading 07.12 for dried vegetables, not under frozen vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the shiitake mushrooms are frozen and not dried, as dried mushrooms would fall under a different heading
• Confirm they are only blanched or steamed and frozen, and declare them as edible mushrooms under the vegetables category
Related Products under Tariff item 0710.80.00
Frozen Bamboo Shoots
Frozen bamboo shoots are the young, tender shoots of the bamboo plant, harvested and briefly steamed or boiled before being frozen to preserve their crisp texture and mild flavor. They fall under tariff item 0710.80.00 as 'other vegetables' in the frozen vegetables category, since they are not leguminous vegetables and are prepared only by steaming or boiling prior to freezing.
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Frozen Cremini Mushrooms
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