Frozen Garlic Puree Cubes
Frozen garlic puree formed into small cubes, where garlic is mashed or pureed beyond clove size and quick-frozen in portioned cubes. This product matches HTS 0710.80.97.55 as frozen garlic reduced in size, not suitable for immediate consumption per Chapter 7 preservation notes. It's popular in gourmet frozen meals and convenience foods.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in airtight containers as paste
Garlic paste in consumer packaging may classify under preserved vegetables in Chapter 20.
If temporarily preserved in brine before freezing
Provisional preservation in brine per heading 0711 notes excludes simple frozen items.
If fully dehydrated human hair garlic
Dehydrated garlic products are spices under 0903, not frozen vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit photos or samples showing puree texture confirms reduction beyond clove; avoid classifying as paste if oil-added
• Comply with APHIS import permits for garlic to prevent quarantine issues, a frequent pitfall for frozen veg imports
• Use accurate invoices specifying 'reduced size frozen garlic' to match statistical reporting requirements
Related Products under HTS 0710.80.97.55
Frozen Minced Garlic
Frozen minced garlic is garlic that has been chopped or minced into small pieces smaller than whole cloves and then individually quick frozen for preservation. It falls under HTS 0710.80.97.55 as frozen garlic reduced in size beyond the clove, suitable for cooking without further processing. This product is commonly used in sauces, stir-fries, and ready meals.
IQF Diced Garlic
Individually quick frozen (IQF) diced garlic consists of garlic bulbs chopped into small dice smaller than cloves and frozen separately to prevent clumping. Classified under HTS 0710.80.97.55 for its size reduction beyond cloves and frozen state, it's ideal for foodservice and retail frozen food products. The freezing preserves flavor and texture for direct cooking use.
Frozen Micro-Diced Garlic
Ultra-fine micro-diced frozen garlic, chopped to tiny uniform pieces far beyond clove size and IQF for easy portioning. Under HTS 0710.80.97.55 for frozen, size-reduced garlic, it's prized for its convenience in professional kitchens and home cooking. The process ensures long shelf life without flavor loss.
Chopped Frozen Garlic for Food Processing
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.