Frozen Wild Lowbush Blueberries
These are wild blueberries (Vaccinium angustifolium) picked from natural lowbush habitats, frozen without cooking to preserve their natural flavor and antioxidants. They fall under HTS 0811.90.20.27 as other frozen wild blueberries, uncooked or cooked by steaming/boiling in water, whether or not with added sugar. Commonly used in smoothies, baked goods, and as a superfood ingredient.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If provisionally preserved rather than frozen
Heading 0810 covers fruit preserved by sulfur dioxide, brine, etc., for transport/storage, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
If frozen vegetables mixed with these berries
Mixtures of frozen vegetables and fruits shift to Chapter 07 under vegetable provisions if vegetables predominate.
If cultivated rather than wild
Cultivated blueberries fall under the separate statistical breakout 0811.90.22.00, changing the duty rate.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin certification to confirm wild/lowbush status, as cultivated highbush blueberries classify differently under 0811.90.20.06
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries meet USDA APHIS requirements for frozen berries to avoid quarantine
• Label packages clearly with 'wild blueberries' and any added sugar content to comply with FDA food labeling standards
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Frozen Wild Maine Blueberries IQF
Individually quick frozen (IQF) wild blueberries sourced from Maine's barrens, maintaining separate berries for easy portioning. Classified under HTS 0811.90.20.27 as other wild frozen blueberries, not cooked beyond steaming if any. Ideal for commercial baking and yogurt production.
Frozen Wild Canadian Lowbush Blueberries
Wild lowbush blueberries frozen from Canadian harvests, known for intense flavor, frozen plain or with minimal sugar. HTS 0811.90.20.27 covers these as other wild frozen blueberries. Popular in cereal toppings and health food products.
IQF Frozen Wild Bilberries
Wild bilberries (Vaccinium myrtillus), a close relative to blueberries, frozen IQF from European forests. Fits HTS 0811.90.20.27 as other wild blueberries/bilberries frozen without added processing. Used in premium jams and supplements.
Frozen Wild Blueberries with Added Sugar
Wild blueberries frozen after light steaming with added cane sugar for preservation and sweetness. HTS 0811.90.20.27 includes those with added sweetening matter as other wild frozen blueberries. Common in bakery fillings.