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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cooked and preserved with sugar
Chapter 20 covers fruits cooked/nnprepared with sugar, even frozen, vs Chapter 08 simple frozen with optional cooking.
If strawberries instead of blackberries
Frozen strawberries have separate subheading 0811.10; species determines precise 10-digit classification.
If vegetables mixed in
Frozen mixtures of vegetables and fruits shift to Chapter 07 vegetable provisions when vegetables predominate.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document steaming time/temperature to prove minimal processing; ensure blast freezing within 2 hours post-steam to maintain quality; comply with HACCP plans for cooked products
Related Products 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.
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.