Frozen Bilberries (European Blueberries)

Frozen bilberries (Vaccinium myrtillus), known as European blueberries, with higher antioxidant content, frozen whole. Classified under HTS 0811.90.20 as blueberries per commercial nomenclature. Popular in health supplements and jams.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 35%

If used primarily for medicinal extracts

Plants used in pharmacy or perfumery shift to Chapter 12.

0808Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported fresh

Fresh berries of genus Vaccinium under heading 0808.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 35%

If processed into pectic substances

Extracts like pectin from berries go to Chapter 13.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Use botanical names in documentation to distinguish from North American blueberries

β€’ Provide EU or origin country export certificates for wild-harvested bilberries

β€’ Label as 'bilberries' to avoid consumer confusion with standard blueberries

Related Products under HTS 0811.90.20

Frozen Wild Blueberries

Frozen wild blueberries (Vaccinium angustifolium) are small, intensely flavored berries frozen without added sugar, perfect for smoothies and baking. They fall under HTS 0811.90.20 as frozen blueberries, uncooked or cooked by steaming/boiling in water, whether or not containing added sugar. These remain suitable for direct use in recipes after thawing.

Frozen Cultivated Highbush Blueberries

Large frozen highbush blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum) from commercial farms, typically frozen whole with no added sweeteners. Classified under HTS 0811.90.20 for frozen blueberries not further processed. Ideal for retail sale in grocery stores or food manufacturing.

Frozen Organic Blueberries

Certified organic frozen blueberries grown without synthetic pesticides, frozen at peak ripeness to preserve nutrients. HTS 0811.90.20 covers these as frozen blueberries per statistical notes on certified organic standards. Commonly used in health foods and baby purees.

IQF Frozen Blueberries

Individually quick frozen (IQF) blueberries that remain separate when thawed, ideal for portion control in food service. Falls under HTS 0811.90.20 as frozen blueberries, steamed or boiled in water prior to freezing. Prevents clumping during storage and transport.

Frozen Blueberries with Added Sugar

Frozen blueberries lightly sweetened with cane sugar syrup before freezing to enhance flavor and texture. HTS 0811.90.20 explicitly includes frozen fruit 'whether or not containing added sugar.' Used in desserts and yogurt production.

Bulk Frozen Blueberries for Processing

Large totes of frozen blueberries packed in 10-20 kg bulk for industrial juice or puree production. HTS 0811.90.20 applies to frozen blueberries regardless of packaging or end use. Not for retail but factory processing.