Frozen Yellow Sweet Corn Kernels
Frozen kernels from yellow sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata), uncooked or steamed, ready for cooking. Classified under HTS 0710.40.00.00 as frozen sweet corn, a vegetable preserved by freezing without further processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried, whether or not powdered
Dried sweet corn falls under heading 0712 for dried vegetables, excluding frozen forms.
If processed into flour or meal
Milled sweet corn products are classified in Chapter 11 as cereal flours, not whole frozen vegetables.
If provisionally preserved in brine or sulfur water
If treated solely for temporary preservation during transport but unsuitable for immediate consumption, it moves to heading 0711.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify country of origin labeling as sweet corn is often subject to seasonal quotas or phytosanitary certificates from USDA
• Ensure product remains frozen below -18°C during transport to avoid reclassification as unfit for freezing preservation
• Provide commercial invoice detailing kernel size and variety to prevent misclassification as corn on the cob
Related Products under HTS 0710.40.00.00
Frozen White Sweet Corn Off-the-Cob
Frozen kernels from white sweet corn varieties, blanched and frozen for preservation. Falls under HTS 0710.40.00.00 specifically for frozen sweet corn, uncooked or simply boiled/steamed.
Frozen Baby Sweet Corn
Immature frozen baby sweet corn ears or sections, steamed and frozen. HTS 0710.40.00.00 covers all forms of frozen sweet corn as a fresh vegetable product.
Frozen Organic Sweet Corn Kernels
Certified organic frozen sweet corn kernels, steamed and frozen without synthetic preservatives. HTS 0710.40.00.00 includes organic frozen sweet corn per statistical notes on certified standards.
Frozen Bicolor Sweet Corn Kernels
Frozen blend of yellow and white sweet corn kernels, steamed for preservation. HTS 0710.40.00.00 applies to all frozen sweet corn regardless of color variety.
Retail Pack Frozen Sweet Corn
Consumer-sized bags of frozen sweet corn kernels for retail sale, frozen post-steaming. Remains under HTS 0710.40.00.00 as the packaging doesn't change vegetable classification.
IQF Frozen Super Sweet Corn Kernels
Individually quick frozen (IQF) super sweet corn kernels from high-sugar varieties, blanched. Under HTS 0710.40.00.00 for frozen sweet corn unfit for immediate consumption without cooking.