Frozen Broccoli Cuts for Food Service from Japan
Frozen broccoli diced or cut into uniform pieces for institutional use, packed in 5 kg bags over 1.4 kg capacity. Falls under HTS 0710.80.97.25 as 'other' reduced-size frozen broccoli in large containers, steamed lightly before freezing to maintain quality without cooking for immediate consumption.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'reduced in size' (chopped/cut) with dimensions to justify classification; watch for common pitfalls like misdeclared weights leading to audits
• Use FDA prior notice for perishable frozen goods