Chopped Frozen Garlic for Food Processing from Germany
Coarsely chopped frozen garlic, reduced to pieces smaller than cloves, designed for industrial food processing applications. It qualifies for HTS 0710.80.97.55 due to its frozen state and size reduction, remaining unsuitable for direct retail sale. Bulk packs are used in manufacturing soups, sauces, and frozen entrees.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Specify 'for further processing' on docs if applicable, but note statistical distinctions for retail vs processing peppers don't directly apply to garlic
• Test for moisture content to prove frozen preservation method aligns with Chapter 7, avoiding mix-ups with dried goods