Frozen Diced Garlic Cubes from Japan
Garlic cloves diced into small uniform cubes and frozen for extended shelf life. Classified under HTS 2004.90.85.75 due to size reduction beyond the clove and frozen state, not using vinegar preservation. Commonly used in frozen meal kits.
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
• Provide lab analysis or photos showing dice size under clove dimensions for Customs verification
• Check for any added preservatives that might trigger reclassification
• Comply with country-of-origin labeling for garlic sourcing