Frozen Mashed Potatoes
Pre-cooked and mashed potatoes frozen in portions, preserved without vinegar or acetic acid, under 'other' frozen potatoes in 2004.10.80. Ideal for quick meal prep.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 8% | +37.5% | 45.5% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 8% | +10.0% | 18% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 8% | +10.0% | 18% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If homogenized for infant food in <250g containers
Homogenized vegetable preps for infants take precedence in 2005.10 per subheading note.
If uncooked and just mashed
Uncooked frozen mashed potatoes remain as unprepared veg provisionally preserved.
If sold in mixtures with other vegetables
Potato-based vegetable mixtures preserved otherwise than vinegar go to heading 2006.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
โข Document cooking process to distinguish from raw frozen veg in Chapter 7
โข Ensure batch testing for microbial safety as required for ready-to-heat foods
โข Use ISF filings early for frozen goods to avoid delays at cold chain ports
Related Products under HTS 2004.10.80
Frozen Diced Potatoes
Potatoes cut into small dice and frozen without vinegar or acetic acid preservation, classified under HTS 2004.10.80 as 'other' frozen potatoes not of heading 2006. This excludes products like frozen potato chips or specific cuts that might fall elsewhere.
Frozen Potato Chunks
Irregularly shaped potato chunks frozen for retail or foodservice use, prepared otherwise than by vinegar, fitting 'other' in 2004.10.80. Not suitable for heading 2006 products like soups.
Frozen Potato Wedges
Potatoes cut into wedge shapes and frozen, prepared without vinegar, classified as 'other' in 2004.10.80 excluding French fry strips. Common for oven baking.
Frozen Hash Brown Potatoes
Shredded potatoes formed into patties or loose, frozen without vinegar preservation, under HTS 2004.10.80 as other frozen potatoes. Ready for frying.
Frozen Potato Granules
Finely granulated potatoes frozen for reconstitution, preserved otherwise than by vinegar, in 'other' category of 2004.10.80. Used in instant mash products.
Frozen Roasted Potatoes
Par-roasted whole or cut potatoes frozen, without vinegar, classified under 2004.10.80 as other prepared frozen potatoes. For finish roasting.