Frozen Potato Croquettes from Germany
Frozen potato croquettes are mashed potatoes mixed with binders, shaped into cylinders, breaded, and frozen under HTS 2004.10.80.40. This preparation method distinguishes them as preserved otherwise than by vinegar.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include recipe breakdown showing potato as principal ingredient to avoid Chapter 21 classification
• Breaded products require clear labeling of coating materials for accurate duty assessment
• Watch for country-specific restrictions on frozen prepared foods with binders