Frozen Matteuccia Fiddlehead Greens from Japan
IQF frozen fiddleheads from Matteuccia struthiopteris, blanched and individually quick frozen to preserve texture. Falls under HTS 0710.80.60.00 for frozen fiddlehead greens, other vegetables not reduced in size, fitting the chapter's scope for simply frozen produce.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly as 'frozen fiddlehead greens' with blanching details to match HTS description and avoid customs disputes
• Ensure cold chain integrity during shipping; temperature logs prevent spoilage claims and reclassification as unfit goods