Frozen Parboiled Potato Chunks from Japan
Frozen parboiled potato chunks are partially boiled then frozen to halt cooking, classifying under HTS 2004.10.80.40 as prepared frozen potatoes. Used as base for further restaurant cooking.
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
• Boil time/temperature logs prove partial cooking preparation
• Distinguish from blanched (Chapter 7) via cooking extent documentation
• Bulk packaging common; ensure proper ventilation for frozen goods