Frozen Black Currants Unsweetened
Black currants frozen whole after brief steaming to preserve nutrients, ideal for juices and sauces without added sweeteners. HTS 0811.20.20 covers frozen black currants (other than kiwi fruit), uncooked or cooked by steaming/boiling in water. They are unsuitable for immediate consumption straight from frozen state.
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If red or white currants with sugar
Red/white currants with added sugar would go under the sugared provision, but black currants stay here unless specified otherwise.
If fresh rather than frozen
Fresh black currants classify under heading 0809 for fresh plums, sloes, and berries excluding strawberries.
If provisionally preserved in frozen state for storage
If frozen solely for provisional preservation per Chapter Note to 0812, reclassifies away from standard frozen fruit.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain APHIS prior notification for berry imports; use insulated reefer containers to maintain -18°C; declare as 'uncooked or steamed frozen' to avoid fresh fruit duties
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