Frozen Chopped Spinach
Frozen chopped spinach is prepared by blanching, chopping, and quick-freezing fresh spinach leaves without vinegar or acetic acid. It falls under HTS 2004.90.85 as a single vegetable (other than those specified elsewhere) preserved by freezing. This product is commonly used in cooked dishes and retains most nutritional value.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not blanched before freezing
Unblanched frozen vegetables are classified in Chapter 7 as simply frozen, not 'prepared or preserved'.
If potatoes are the primary ingredient
Frozen potatoes have their own specific subheading, taking precedence over the general 'other vegetables' category.
If sold as retail vegetable trays with dips
Products of heading 2006 (vegetables prepared with vinegar/acetic acid or sugars) take precedence if dips contain those ingredients.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify blanching and freezing process documentation to confirm compliance with 'prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar' requirements
• Ensure country of origin labeling is accurate, as certain suppliers may trigger additional FDA prior notice
• Avoid misclassification as fresh by providing proof of freezing date and temperature logs
Related Products under HTS 2004.90.85
Frozen Diced Turnips
Frozen diced turnips are root vegetables peeled, diced, blanched, and frozen without acetic acid preservation. Falls under HTS 2004.90.85 as other prepared frozen vegetables. Popular in stews and mashed preparations.
Frozen Cauliflower Florets
Frozen cauliflower florets are separated from heads, blanched, and quick-frozen without vinegar or acetic acid. Classified under HTS 2004.90.85 as other frozen prepared vegetables. Widely used for rice substitutes and roasting.
Frozen Kale Leaves Chopped
Frozen chopped kale leaves undergo washing, chopping, blanching, and freezing without vinegar preservation. HTS 2004.90.85 covers this as other prepared frozen vegetables. Nutrient-dense superfood for smoothies.
Frozen Collard Greens Chopped
Frozen chopped collard greens are tough leaves blanched, chopped, and frozen without acetic acid. HTS 2004.90.85 classification for other frozen prepared greens. Southern cuisine staple.
Frozen Mustard Greens
Frozen mustard greens are prepared by trimming, blanching, and freezing the pungent leaves without vinegar. Falls under HTS 2004.90.85 as other frozen vegetables. Used in hot pots and sautés.
Frozen Chayote Slices
Frozen chayote (mirleton) slices are peeled, sliced, blanched, and frozen without preservation acids. HTS 2004.90.85 covers this tropical squash as other frozen vegetable. Mild flavor for versatile cooking.