IQF Frozen Garden Peas from Mexico
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) garden peas are small, tender peas frozen separately to prevent clumping, ideal for quick cooking. Classified in HTS 2004.90.85.60 as other frozen peas prepared otherwise than by vinegar.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
21.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Label packages with production date, net weight, and 'keep frozen' instructions to comply with FDA food labeling rules
• Conduct blast freezing verification to distinguish IQF from block-frozen, affecting potential reclassification
• Watch for moisture content; excessive added water could trigger 'not elsewhere specified' vegetable provisions