Frozen Garlic Puree
Frozen garlic puree is made by pureeing raw garlic cloves and freezing the result, preserved only by freezing without added acids. Classified under HTS 2004.90.85.85 as 'other' frozen garlic preparations outside infant homogenized specifics.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in airtight containers for retail ≤5kg
Prepared garlic in retail airtight containers shifts to specific subheading 2004.90.10.
If containing ≥50% tomatoes or artichokes
Products of heading 2006 like tomato-based mixtures take precedence over 2004.
If dried, not frozen
Dried garlic, even if powdered, classifies in 0712 as dried vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include production process documentation confirming puree is frozen post-preparation, not dried or canned
• Label net weight and ingredients clearly; pitfall is confusion with garlic powder which goes to 0712
• Test for Brix if applicable, though not required here, to preempt questions on preparation method
Related Products under HTS 2004.90.85.85
Frozen Minced Garlic
Frozen minced garlic consists of finely chopped garlic cloves that have been frozen without vinegar or acetic acid preservation. It falls under HTS 2004.90.85.85 as 'other' frozen garlic, not classified elsewhere in heading 2006 or as homogenized preparations.
Frozen Garlic Granules
Frozen garlic granules are small granulated pieces of garlic frozen for long-term storage, preserved by freezing only. Classified in HTS 2004.90.85.85 for other frozen garlic forms.
Frozen Roasted Garlic
Frozen roasted garlic is lightly roasted garlic cloves then frozen, a preparation beyond simple freezing without acetic acid. Thus under HTS 2004.90.85.85 for other frozen garlic.
Frozen Garlic Cubes
Frozen garlic cubes are garlic cut into uniform cubes and frozen, preserved by cold without vinegar. Classified as other frozen garlic in HTS 2004.90.85.85.
Frozen Garlic Flakes
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.
IQF Frozen Garlic
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) garlic cloves are rapidly frozen separately to maintain integrity, prepared without vinegar. Fits HTS 2004.90.85.85 as other frozen garlic.