Frozen Garlic Flakes from Japan
Frozen garlic flakes are thinly sliced garlic frozen flat, a prepared form without acid preservation. Falls under HTS 2004.90.85.85 as other frozen garlic.
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
• Prove flaking is mechanical prep, not dehydration
• Use moisture assays to distinguish from dried flakes
• Retail packaging? Check if airtight triggers other subs