Frozen Crushed Garlic Cloves from Japan
Garlic crushed into irregular small pieces and frozen. Fits HTS 2004.90.85.75 as crushed form reduces size beyond intact clove, frozen without vinegar. Popular for restaurant bulk use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document crushing process to evidence size reduction compliance
• Ensure crush pieces average smaller than cloves
• Obtain FDA prior notice for frozen food entries