🫐 Frozen Blueberries (Frozen Fruit)

🌐 HS Code Reference & Customs Clearance Guide | 2026 Latest Tariff Analysis | Professional Clearance Strategy
📌 I. Product Definition and Classification: Do You Really Understand "Frozen Blueberries"?

Frozen blueberries, as a processed agricultural product, are widely used in food processing, beverage manufacturing, and retail markets. In international trade, they are generally classified as "Frozen Fruit". The classification mainly depends on whether the berries have undergone processing (such as washing, sorting, or blanching) and the degree of preservation.

Fresh Blueberries: Classified as fresh fruit; Frozen Blueberries: Classified as frozen processed fruit; Dried Blueberries: Classified as dried fruit.

⚠️ Key Distinction Point:
- If it is fresh and not subjected to deep processing → Classified under Chapter 8 (Edible Fruit and Nuts); - If it is frozen, whether individually quick frozen (IQF) or in blocks, it belongs to processed fruit and is classified under Chapter 20 (Preparations of Vegetables, Fruit, or Nuts); - Note: If it is mixed with other fruits or added sugar/honey, it may be classified under other subheadings in Chapter 20, such as fruit preparations.

📦 II. HS Code Classification Details (2026 Latest Tariff Authority Comparison)

🔍 Key Reminders:
- Frozen blueberries are usually classified under 2008.99.60.00 or 0811.90.60.00, depending on the specific processing and customs regulations of the importing country; - If it contains added sugar or is a fruit puree, it needs to be classified under other subheadings in Chapter 20; - Frozen state is an important basis for classification. If it is thawed and not processed further, it may be reclassified as fresh fruit, but this is rare.

💰 III. 2026 Latest Tariff Rate Details (Including Additional Taxes, Policy Additions)

✅ Applicable Country: United States (US)
✅ Country of Origin: China (CN)
✅ Effective Date: From November 10, 2025 (including subsequent imports)

🎯 1. 2008.99.60.00 —— Frozen Blueberries (Without Added Sugar)

📌 Explanation:
- The "USITC Additional Tax 25%" comes from the "Additional Tariffs" under Section 301 of the "U.S. Trade Law"; - The "IEEPA 10%" is the tariff hike against China under the "International Emergency Economic Powers Act"; - Total 45%, belonging to high tariffs, must be predicted in advance!

🎯 2. 0811.90.60.00 —— Frozen Blueberries (Alternative Classification)

📌 Note:
- The same as the previous item, both belong to "frozen fruit", and the tax rate is exactly the same; - Whether it is "IQF frozen blueberries" or "frozen blueberry blocks", as long as it is frozen and without added sugar, it applies this tariff.

🛠️ IV. Customs Clearance Practical Advice (Practical Pitfall Avoidance Guide)

✅ 1. Preparation of Material List (Missing One Is Not Allowed)

✅ 2. Declaration Skills (Key Mantra)

🔥 "Frozen fruit, check the freezing, no added sugar, low tax; with sugar, high tax, split declaration, high cost!"

✅ 3. Special Cases Handling

🌍 V. Customs Clearance Comparison of Major Global Markets (2026 Latest)

📌 Conclusion:
- The United States is the only market that imposes high additional taxes on frozen blueberries; - Chinese frozen blueberries have extremely high clearance costs in the US. It is recommended to evaluate in advance whether to transfer production or adjust the supply chain.

📌 VI. Common Errors & Pitfall Avoidance Guide (Blood and Tears Lessons)

❌ Error 1: Declaring "frozen blueberries" as "fresh blueberries"
👉 Consequences: Tax rate from 0% to 45% → Supplementary tax + fines!

❌ Error 2: Declaring "frozen blueberries with added sugar" as "without added sugar"
👉 Consequences: Tax rate from 45% to 20% → Supplementary tax + fines!

❌ Error 3: Failing to provide phytosanitary certificates, only writing "frozen blueberries"
👉 Consequences: Customs cannot judge whether there are pests and diseases → Delayed release or return

❌ Error 4: Using "fruit preparations" or "frozen fruit" as the declaration name
👉 Consequences: If it is actually frozen blueberries, it will be classified incorrectly → Supplementary tax + late fees

✅ Correct Practice:

"Frozen Blueberries, IQF, 10kg/carton, No Added Sugar, FDA & HACCP Certified, Model XYZ"

🎯 VII. Conclusion: Professional Declaration, Saving Time and Effort, Reducing Costs and Increasing Efficiency!

🎯 Remember the Mantra:

🔹 "Frozen fruit, check the freezing, no added sugar, low tax; with sugar, high tax, split declaration, high cost!"
🔹 "HS Code determines life and death, tax rate difference 25 points, declaration one step, supplementary tax tens of thousands of dollars!"

📌 Tips:
If your frozen blueberries originate from Vietnam, Mexico, Thailand, Malaysia, you can apply for IEEPA exemption, and the tax rate is only 0%~5%; It is recommended to apply for Advance Ruling in advance to avoid clearance risks.

📣 Take Action Immediately:

📞 Contact professional customs brokers + Provide product photos + Apply for HS Code Advance Ruling
🚀 Let your frozen blueberries smoothly pass customs, efficiently go overseas, and double profits!

✨ Professional customs clearance starts with precise classification!
💼 Every penny of your cost is worth being precisely calculated!