IQF Peeled Garlic Cloves for Restaurant Supply

Individually quick frozen peeled garlic cloves packaged in 5 lb bags for commercial kitchens, prepared by peeling and freezing without acetic acid. HTS 2004.90.85.65 applies to such frozen peeled clove garlic products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.2%+35.0%46.2%
🇲🇽Mexico11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇨🇦Canada11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇩🇪Germany11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇯🇵Japan11.2%+10.0%21.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2005.80.00.00Lower: 40.6% vs 46.2%

If packed in oil or brine post-freezing

Garlic prepared in oil or brine after peeling falls under subheading 2005.80, not plain frozen.

1905.90.10Lower: 25% vs 46.2%

If minced and mixed into a frozen food preparation

Minced garlic in prepared meals or doughs shifts to Chapter 19 for food preparations.

0710.80.50.00Lower: 35% vs 46.2%

If for industrial dehydration use, not retail frozen

Bulk frozen peeled garlic intended solely for further drying classified differently in Chapter 7.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use commercial invoices specifying 'peeled clove garlic, IQF' and net weight to prevent reclassification during customs exam

Ensure supplier provides irradiation certificates if required for pest control in origin country

Monitor AD/CVD orders on garlic from China, requiring precise origin documentation