Frozen Cherry Tomatoes from Germany
Small, round cherry tomatoes frozen whole, perfect for salads, skewers, or garnishes. Classified under HTS 0710.80.45.00 for imports July 15-August 31 as frozen tomatoes uncooked or simply steamed/boiled. The freezing ensures provisional preservation without rendering them immediately consumable.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• ,Use refrigerated containers below -18°C during transit to maintain frozen state and prevent reclassification as spoiled goods
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient cooling chain records, which can lead to FDA holds or duty reassessment