Frozen Pitted Tart Cherries from Canada
Pitted frozen tart cherries, typically Montmorency, are steamed and frozen for use in baking without the inconvenience of pits. HTS 0811.90.80.60 applies to these tart variety cherries frozen without added sugar, fitting the uncooked or simply cooked frozen fruit provision.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.870%Universal product exemption, description-limited (U.S. note 52(c))
Import Tips
• Document pitting process to confirm no additional preparation beyond freezing; check for varietal purity certificates
• Pitfall: incorrect weight declaration if pits are removed affecting net weight