Frozen Diced Carrots from Japan
Frozen diced carrots consist of carrots cut into small cubes, blanched, and frozen for retail or foodservice use. Classified under HTS 2004.90.85.20 as other frozen carrots prepared otherwise than by vinegar.
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
• Ensure blanching records are available to prove preparation method complies with HTS 2004 criteria
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain -18°C throughout transit
• Avoid misclassification by confirming no acidification process was applied