Frozen Artichoke and Olive Antipasto from China
Frozen antipasto blend of quartered artichokes, black olives, and capers, prepared and preserved otherwise than by vinegar, suitable for appetizers. Falls under HTS 2004.90.10.00 due to its status as a mixed vegetable antipasto not covered by other 2004 subheadings or heading 2006 exclusions. The freezing maintains freshness for Italian-style starters.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'antipasto' with net weight and preparation method to align with HTS description
• Conduct Brix value testing if juices are present to avoid overlap with heading 2009
• Check for FDA prior notice requirements for frozen vegetable imports