Frozen Minced Garlic with Parsley from Japan
Minced garlic mixed with parsley, frozen as a blend. HTS 2004.90.85.75 applies as primarily garlic reduced beyond clove size, frozen, with minor seasonings allowed. Common in European retail frozen herb mixes.
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
• Quantify garlic content (>50%) in mixture to justify primary classification
• List all ingredients on labels per FDA rules
• Watch for mixture thresholds that could shift to 'mixtures of vegetables' subheading