Asian Frozen Pea Pod and Water Chestnut Mix from Japan
Commercial frozen blend of pea pods and Chinese water chestnuts, sliced for even cooking in gourmet meals. HTS 0714.90.41.00 applies to this specific frozen mixture highlighting water chestnuts' starchy tuber nature.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed bills of lading specifying 'frozen mixtures' to align with hierarchy under 0714.90
• Test for blanching; if over-processed, it risks reclassification out of fresh/frozen chapters
• Register for Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) to expedite frozen perishables clearance