Frozen Sliced Carrots
Frozen sliced carrots are carrots that have been washed, peeled, sliced, blanched, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness and nutrients. They are prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid and not of heading 2006, specifically classified under HTS 2004.90.85.20 as frozen carrots.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen but not prepared or blanched
Unprepared frozen vegetables without blanching fall under Chapter 7 as simply frozen produce.
If finely homogenized for infant food in containers ≤250g
Homogenized vegetable preparations for infants take precedence in 2005.10 over other 2005 subheadings.
If in airtight containers as vegetables of Chapter 7
Artight container-packed preserved vegetables shift to heading 2006 regardless of preparation method.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify product meets FDA requirements for frozen vegetables, including temperature control during shipping to prevent thawing
• Include Certificate of Analysis confirming no acetic acid or vinegar used in preparation
• Label net weight and country of origin clearly to avoid customs delays
Related Products under HTS 2004.90.85.20
Frozen Diced Carrots
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.
Frozen Baby Carrots
Frozen baby carrots are small, uniformly cut carrots that mimic immature carrots, blanched and IQF frozen. They fall under HTS 2004.90.85.20 as specifically identified frozen carrot preparations.
IQF Frozen Carrot Chunks
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) carrot chunks are large cut pieces frozen separately to prevent clumping. Prepared by blanching and freezing, classified as carrots under HTS 2004.90.85.20.
Frozen Shredded Carrots
Frozen shredded carrots are julienned or grated carrots blanched and frozen, ideal for stir-fries. They qualify under HTS 2004.90.85.20 as processed frozen carrots not preserved by vinegar.
Frozen Glazed Carrot Medley
Frozen glazed carrot medley features carrot pieces lightly coated with sugar syrup before freezing. Still classified as carrots under HTS 2004.90.85.20 since glazing doesn't constitute vinegar preservation.
Organic Frozen Carrot Sticks
Organic frozen carrot sticks are certified organic carrots cut into sticks, blanched, and frozen without synthetic preservatives. Classified specifically as carrots in HTS 2004.90.85.20.