Frozen Steamed Carrots from Japan
Frozen steamed carrots are briefly steamed in water then frozen to retain color and firmness, classified as cooked by steaming under Chapter 7 frozen vegetables. HTS 0710.80.70.40 covers these whole or large-piece carrots not reduced in size.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document steaming process to confirm it meets 'cooked by steaming or boiling' definition
• Ensure IQF or block-frozen labeling matches actual packing method
• Avoid retail packaging if bulk; retail sets may trigger different duties