Frozen Duchesse Potato Puffs from Japan
Frozen Duchesse potato puffs are piped mashed potatoes, partially baked, and frozen under HTS 2004.10.80.40. The decorative piping and baking constitute preparation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Piping equipment photos demonstrate manufacturing complexity
• Partial bake proof via core temperature logs
• Gourmet positioning requires same technical compliance