Organic Frozen Plantains
Certified organic plantains, frozen whole or halved, grown without synthetic pesticides for health-conscious markets. Falls under HTS 0811.90.10.00 as frozen plantains; organic status is noted statistically per General Note 6 but doesn't change base classification. Suitable for retail thawing and cooking.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 3.4% | +25.0% | 28.4% |
| π²π½Mexico | 3.4% | β | 3.4% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 3.4% | β | 3.4% |
| π©πͺGermany | 3.4% | β | 3.4% |
| π―π΅Japan | 3.4% | β | 3.4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If organic but mixed with other organic fruits
Pure organic plantains stay under bananas, but blends with other organic frozen fruits go to 'other frozen fruits'.
If fresh organic plantains
Organic status doesn't alter fresh vs frozen; fresh organic plantains use fresh banana codes with organic statistical suffixes.
If processed into jam or puree
Organic frozen plantains become Chapter 20 jams or fruit preps if further cooked or pureed beyond simple freezing.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Provide USDA NOP or equivalent organic certificates matching statistical note requirements for accurate duty assessment
β’ Ensure organic labeling on cartons complies with FSMA rules to avoid FDA holds at entry
β’ Monitor for cross-contamination in mixed organic/conventional facilities, as it can void certification
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