Frozen Blackberries with Added Sugar

Frozen blackberries that have been cooked by steaming or boiling in water and packed with added sugar for preservation. They fall under HTS 0811.90.80.97 as other frozen fruits not specifically enumerated elsewhere in heading 0811. These are commonly used in desserts, smoothies, and baking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.5%+25.0%39.5%
🇲🇽Mexico14.5%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada14.5%14.5%
🇩🇪Germany14.5%14.5%
🇯🇵Japan14.5%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0811.90.22.00Higher: 46.2% vs 39.5%

If raspberries rather than blackberries

Raspberries have a specific statistical breakout in 0811.90.2280, while blackberries fall into the residual 'other' category.

0810.90Lower: 12.2% vs 39.5%

If not cooked by steaming or boiling but simply frozen

Uncooked frozen fruits go to Chapter 08 heading 0810, as heading 0811 requires cooking by steaming or boiling.

2008Lower: 16% vs 39.5%

If preserved with sugar exceeding 13% by weight

High-sugar content frozen fruits may be classified as fruit preserves in Chapter 20 rather than simply frozen cooked fruits.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify sugar content does not exceed limits that would reclassify to a different subheading; provide lab analysis if requested

Ensure country of origin labeling complies with FDA food import regulations and includes freezing date

Avoid common pitfalls like improper temperature documentation during transit to prevent spoilage claims