Frozen Pineapple Chunks
Frozen pineapple chunks are prepared by peeling, coring, and cutting fresh pineapples into bite-sized pieces, then frozen without added sugar. They fall under HTS 0811.90.50.90 as frozen pineapples, uncooked or cooked by steaming/boiling in water, other than those with added sugar. These are commonly used for smoothies, desserts, and baking.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing added sugar
Frozen pineapples with added sugar or sweetening matter shift to the specific subheading for sweetened products.
If imported in bulk for industrial processing
Pineapples in bulk containers without consumer packaging may classify as fresh/frozen fruit preparations under different fruit provisions.
If pureed or processed beyond simple freezing
Pineapple puree or crushed preparations that are further processed fall under Chapter 20 for fruit preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product is frozen without added sugar via lab testing or supplier certification to avoid misclassification into sugar-added subheadings
• Ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm no pests or diseases, as frozen pineapples are subject to USDA APHIS inspections
• Declare net weight excluding packaging; common pitfall is including ice glaze weight which inflates duties
Related Products under HTS 0811.90.50.90
Frozen Diced Pineapple
Frozen diced pineapple consists of small, uniformly diced pieces of pineapple frozen plain for preservation. Classified under HTS 0811.90.50.90 as other frozen pineapples not containing added sugar, uncooked or simply steamed/boiled before freezing. Ideal for fruit salads and culinary applications.
Frozen Pineapple Spears
Frozen pineapple spears are wedge-shaped slices from cored pineapples, frozen without sweeteners or cooking beyond steaming. This product matches HTS 0811.90.50.90 for other frozen pineapples, suitable for grilling or snacking straight from the freezer.
IQF Frozen Pineapple Pieces
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) pineapple pieces are rapidly frozen to preserve texture, without added sugar or extensive cooking. HTS 0811.90.50.90 covers these as other frozen pineapples, uncooked or water-boiled/steamed, popular in foodservice.
Frozen Steamed Pineapple Wedges
Pineapple wedges lightly steamed in water then frozen without sugar qualify under HTS 0811.90.50.90 as cooked by steaming/boiling, frozen pineapples, other. Used in premium dessert applications.
Plain Frozen Pineapple Slices
Uniform rings or slices of pineapple frozen uncooked directly after peeling and coring, no added ingredients. Fits HTS 0811.90.50.90 as other unsweetened frozen pineapples for versatile use.
Bulk Frozen Pineapple Tidbits
Small pineapple tidbits frozen in bulk 20-50 lb cases without sugar, for further manufacturing. HTS 0811.90.50.90 applies to these other frozen pineapples, steamed or uncooked.