Blackberries
Fruit and nuts, uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter: > Raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, loganberries, black, white or red currants and gooseberries (other than kiwi fruit): > Other > Blackberries
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 0811.20.40.30
Frozen Blackberries
Individually quick frozen (IQF) blackberries, harvested at peak ripeness and frozen without added sugar, suitable for smoothies and baking. Classified under HTS 0811.20.4030 as frozen blackberries, uncooked or cooked by steaming/boiling in water, whether or not containing added sugar. They remain in their natural fruit form, not processed for immediate consumption.
IQF Frozen Blackberries with Added Sugar
Individually quick frozen blackberries lightly coated with sugar syrup before freezing to preserve flavor and texture for bakery use. Falls under HTS 0811.20.4030 as frozen blackberries containing added sweetening matter, steamed or boiled minimally if at all. Product retains berry integrity for further processing.
Frozen Wild Blackberries
Frozen wild-harvested blackberries from Pacific Northwest forests, quick-frozen to retain wild flavor profile for gourmet applications. HTS 0811.20.4030 covers these as frozen blackberries, uncooked or simply prepared by water-based methods without further processing. Distinguished by smaller size and intense tartness.
Steamed and Frozen Blackberries
Blackberries briefly steamed then frozen to soften skins for pie fillings, containing no added sugar. Precisely matches HTS 0811.20.4030 description of fruit cooked by steaming or boiling in water, then frozen. Cooking method ensures suitability for baking without thawing issues.
Organic Frozen Blackberries
Certified organic blackberries, grown without synthetic pesticides and quick-frozen post-harvest. HTS 0811.20.4030 includes these frozen blackberries; organic status per General Statistical Note 6 requires approved certification. Ideal for health food markets and premium smoothies.
Boiled in Water Frozen Blackberries
Blackberries boiled briefly in water then frozen, used primarily for jam production. Directly described by HTS 0811.20.4030 as cooked by boiling in water, frozen, no added sugar. Boiling extracts some juices while preserving fruit structure.
Frozen Marion Blackberries
Frozen Marion variety blackberries, a thornless cultivar popular in Oregon, IQF for retail bags. HTS 0811.20.4030 specifically for blackberries includes all varieties frozen. Known for large size and high sugar content ideal for desserts.
Bulk Frozen Blackberries for Processing
Bulk-packed frozen blackberries in 30 lb cases for juice and puree manufacturers, no added sugar. HTS 0811.20.4030 applies to frozen blackberries regardless of packaging for industrial use. Shipped in master cartons on pallets.
Sugar-Pack Frozen Blackberries
Blackberries packed in dry sugar before freezing, common retail format for home use. Contains added sweetening matter per HTS 0811.20.4030 for frozen blackberries. Sugar draws out juices creating syrup upon thawing.
Frozen Thornless Blackberries
Frozen thornless blackberry varieties like Triple Crown, IQF for year-round availability. HTS 0811.20.4030 encompasses all blackberry types frozen, uncooked or water-cooked. Bred for ease of harvest and uniform size.