Frozen Heirloom Tomatoes
Varietal heirloom tomatoes with unique colors and flavors, frozen sliced or whole for specialty markets. HTS 0710.80.40.00 applies to seasonal imports as other frozen tomatoes, preserved by freezing without rendering edible immediately. Popular in farm-to-table restaurant supplies.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-seasonal import timing
Duty structure changes outside March/July or Sept/Nov windows to general frozen tomato rate.
If dried Capsicum fruits misclassified as tomatoes
Dried peppers (Capsicum genus) explicitly excluded from Chapter 7 per notes, go to 0904.
If frozen but treated with preservatives like sulfur dioxide
Preservative treatments for provisional preservation shift to 0711, excluding plain freezing.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify organic status per General Statistical Note 6 if claiming certified organic for duty preferences
• Document blanching/steaming process to confirm compliance with 'uncooked or cooked by steaming/boiling'
• Monitor FDA prior notice requirements for frozen produce imports
Related Products under HTS 0710.80.40.00
Frozen Roma Tomatoes
Roma tomatoes, also known as plum tomatoes, are elongated and meaty, ideal for sauces and canning. These are frozen uncooked or steamed/boiled, classified under HTS 0710.80.40.00 when imported during the specified seasonal periods (March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14) as other frozen tomatoes. They remain whole or diced but unsuitable for immediate consumption without further preparation.
Frozen Beefsteak Tomatoes
Large, round beefsteak tomatoes are frozen whole or sliced for use in salads, sandwiches, or cooking. They qualify under HTS 0710.80.40.00 for imports during peak off-season periods (March 1-July 14 or September 1-November 14), as frozen vegetables uncooked or simply steamed/boiled. This preserves them provisionally without making them ready for immediate consumption.
Frozen Diced Tomatoes
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.
Frozen Cherry Tomatoes
Small, round cherry tomatoes frozen on the vine or loose for gourmet dishes and snacks. They enter under HTS 0710.80.40.00 during designated periods (March 1-July 14, Sept 1-Nov 14) as frozen tomatoes, steamed or uncooked. Ideal for preserving flavor and texture for later culinary use.
Frozen Tomato Wedges
Tomatoes cut into wedges and flash-frozen for salads, salsas, or grilling. Under HTS 0710.80.40.00 for entries in specified off-peak seasons, as simply frozen other vegetables. Maintains fresh-like texture post-thaw.
Frozen Organic Globe Tomatoes
Round globe tomatoes meeting certified organic standards, frozen for health food markets. Seasonal import under HTS 0710.80.40.00 as other frozen tomatoes (round per stats note). Preserved uncooked or boiled for transport.