Blanched Frozen Fiddlehead Ferns from Canada
Fiddlehead greens from North American ferns, steamed or boiled then frozen whole without size reduction. HTS 0710.80.60.00 applies to these frozen vegetables suitable for further cooking, aligning with chapter provisions for uncooked or simply cooked frozen produce.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming no size reduction and only steaming/boiling prior to freezing to support classification
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for frozen vegetables; delays occur without proper entry filing
• Watch for seasonal import surges; pre-clear quotas or consult brokers to avoid backlogs