Frozen Trimmed and Chopped Okra
Okra trimmed of stems, chopped into bite-size pieces, and frozen for retail bags. HTS 0710.80.93.00 applies to this reduced-size frozen form, steamed prior to freezing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If trimmed but not chopped
Trimming alone without size reduction keeps it in the unreduced category.
If canned or jarred after cooking
If preserved in vinegar or acetic acid post-freezing, it enters Chapter 20 sauces/pickles.
If dried and ground into powder
Ground okra powder is classified as vegetable flours in Chapter 11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include processing logs showing size reduction post-harvest to justify classification
• FDA prior notice required for frozen veggies; ensure country-specific pest declarations
• Watch for over-freezing claims leading to damage disputes; insure against thaw risks
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Frozen Chopped Okra
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.
IQF Frozen Diced Okra
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) diced okra pieces, preventing clumping for foodservice use. HTS 0710.80.93.00 for this size-reduced frozen vegetable, boiled then frozen.
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Okra pods frozen after slicing into uniform pieces, ideal for Southern dishes like gumbo. This HTS 0710.80.93.00 covers frozen, reduced-size okra, excluding those suitable for immediate eating.
Frozen Diced Baby Okra
Small baby okra varieties diced and frozen, used in frozen meal kits or quick-fry recipes. Fits HTS 0710.80.93.00 for size-reduced frozen okra, preserved only by freezing.
Frozen Shredded Okra for Gumbo
Okra shredded into thin strips and frozen, specifically prepared for gumbo thickening. This reduced-size product matches HTS 0710.80.93.00 for frozen okra unfit for direct consumption.
Frozen Cut Okra Strips
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