Frozen Chopped Okra from Mexico
Frozen okra that has been chopped or sliced into smaller pieces, uncooked or steamed, suitable for quick cooking in stews or gumbos. Classified under HTS 0710.80.93.00 as frozen okra reduced in size, part of Chapter 7 for preserved vegetables unfit for immediate consumption.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify the okra is frozen without added seasonings or preservatives to stay in 0710; provide blanching and sizing certificates
• Label packages clearly with 'reduced-size frozen okra' and country of origin to comply with FDA vegetable import rules
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as whole okra (0710.80.90.00), which changes duties; inspect for proper freezing chain