Frozen Diced Tomatoes from Germany
Tomatoes diced into uniform pieces and frozen, commonly used in ready meals, soups, or as pizza toppings. Classified in HTS 0710.80.40.00 for seasonal imports (March 1-July 14 or Sept 1-Nov 14), as 'other vegetables' that are frozen without advanced cooking. Dicing occurs pre-freezing but keeps them provisionally preserved.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly as 'frozen diced tomatoes' with production date and freezing method for CBP inspection
• Avoid blending with other veggies; pure tomato products stay under 0710.80
• Check for seasonal quota limits; exceedance may trigger higher duties or rejection