Chapter 07 covers edible vegetables, roots and tubers, including vegetables in fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or temporarily preserved states. This chapter does not include plant products used as feed, certain oilseeds, and vegetable products listed in other chapters of the Tariff. The core is edible vegetable products, whether or not simply processed, but they must retain the basic characteristics of vegetables. Heading 0710 covers frozen vegetables (whether or not steamed or boiled), including frozen potatoes, legumes, spinach, etc. However, if frozen potatoes have undergone deep processing (such as frying, roasting, seasoning, etc.), they are classified under Chapter 20. This heading only includes potatoes that have undergone simple freezing treatment, maintaining their original form or only peeled, cut into pieces, etc. Code 071010 consists of 6 digits: the first 2 digits '07' represent Chapter 07 (edible vegetables, roots and tubers); digits 3-4 '10' represent heading 0710 (frozen vegetables); digits 5-6 '10' represent subheading 071010 (frozen potatoes). Therefore, 071010 specifically refers to frozen potatoes, whether or not steamed or boiled, but not further processed. If potatoes have been fried, roasted, etc., they may be classified under headings such as 2004 or 2005. The product is frozen potatoes, which falls within the scope of frozen vegetables and has not undergone deep processing, consistent with the description of heading 0710. Adjacent codes such as 0711 (temporarily preserved vegetables) do not apply because freezing is a long-term preservation method; 2004 (frozen prepared vegetables) also does not apply because the potatoes have not undergone cooking or seasoning or other deep processing. Therefore, classification under 071010 is the most accurate.
Chapter
Chapter 07 covers edible vegetables, roots and tubers, including vegetables in fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or temporarily preserved states. This chapter does not include plant products used as feed, certain oilseeds, and vegetable products listed in other chapters of the Tariff. The core is edible vegetable products, whether or not simply processed, but they must retain the basic characteristics of vegetables.
Heading
Heading 0710 covers frozen vegetables (whether or not steamed or boiled), including frozen potatoes, legumes, spinach, etc. However, if frozen potatoes have undergone deep processing (such as frying, roasting, seasoning, etc.), they are classified under Chapter 20. This heading only includes potatoes that have undergone simple freezing treatment, maintaining their original form or only peeled, cut into pieces, etc.
Digit Breakdown
Code 071010 consists of 6 digits: the first 2 digits '07' represent Chapter 07 (edible vegetables, roots and tubers); digits 3-4 '10' represent heading 0710 (frozen vegetables); digits 5-6 '10' represent subheading 071010 (frozen potatoes). Therefore, 071010 specifically refers to frozen potatoes, whether or not steamed or boiled, but not further processed. If potatoes have been fried, roasted, etc., they may be classified under headings such as 2004 or 2005.
Classification Basis
The product is frozen potatoes, which falls within the scope of frozen vegetables and has not undergone deep processing, consistent with the description of heading 0710. Adjacent codes such as 0711 (temporarily preserved vegetables) do not apply because freezing is a long-term preservation method; 2004 (frozen prepared vegetables) also does not apply because the potatoes have not undergone cooking or seasoning or other deep processing. Therefore, classification under 071010 is the most accurate.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared product, such as 'frozen potatoes', should accurately reflect the product's state and variety. Method of Production or Preservation: Explain the processing method of the product, such as 'frozen', whether steamed or boiled, etc. State: Describe the product form, such as 'peeled', 'cut into pieces', 'whole', etc. Ingredients: List the main ingredients, such as 'potatoes 100%', and whether there are additives. Packaging Specifications: Explain the packaging method, such as 'bagged', 'boxed', and the weight per unit. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, indicate 'none'. GTIN: If there is a Global Trade Item Number, declare it; if not, leave blank. Country of Origin: The country or region where the potatoes are produced, affecting tariffs and trade policies. Product Name: Frozen potatoes; Method of Production or Preservation: Frozen, not steamed or boiled; State: Peeled, cut into pieces; Ingredients: Potatoes 100%; Packaging Specifications: 10kg/box; Brand: None; GTIN: None; Country of Origin: United States. Mistakenly classifying frozen french fries (already fried) under 071010, when they should actually be classified under 2004. Failure to indicate whether steamed or boiled, leading to incorrect subheading determination. Seasonings added but not declared, may be classified under Chapter 20.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared product, such as 'frozen potatoes', should accurately reflect the product's state and variety.
⚠️ Mistakenly written as 'frozen french fries', leading to classification errors.
Method of Production or Preservation
Explain the processing method of the product, such as 'frozen', whether steamed or boiled, etc.
⚠️ Failure to indicate whether steamed or boiled, affecting subheading determination.
State
Describe the product form, such as 'peeled', 'cut into pieces', 'whole', etc.
⚠️ Omission of state description, leading to customs questioning.
Ingredients
List the main ingredients, such as 'potatoes 100%', and whether there are additives.
⚠️ Seasonings added but not declared, may be classified under Chapter 20.
Packaging Specifications
Explain the packaging method, such as 'bagged', 'boxed', and the weight per unit.
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, indicate 'none'.
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with the actual product, leading to intellectual property issues.
GTIN
If there is a Global Trade Item Number, declare it; if not, leave blank.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in other codes, causing data errors.
Country of Origin
The country or region where the potatoes are produced, affecting tariffs and trade policies.
⚠️ False declaration of origin, may face penalties.
Example: Product Name: Frozen potatoes; Method of Production or Preservation: Frozen, not steamed or boiled; State: Peeled, cut into pieces; Ingredients: Potatoes 100%; Packaging Specifications: 10kg/box; Brand: None; GTIN: None; Country of Origin: United States.
Common Mistakes:
Mistakenly classifying frozen french fries (already fried) under 071010, when they should actually be classified under 2004.
Failure to indicate whether steamed or boiled, leading to incorrect subheading determination.
Seasonings added but not declared, may be classified under Chapter 20.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: The product is frozen potatoes, belonging to vegetables, and has only undergone freezing treatment without further processing (such as frying, roasting, seasoning, etc.). According to the notes to Chapter 07 of the Tariff, frozen vegetables are classified under 0710, with potatoes under 071010. If steamed or boiled, they are still classified under 0710, but if deeply processed, they are classified under Chapter 20. 0711 Temporarily preserved vegetables: 0711 is temporary preservation (such as sulfur dioxide gas, brine, etc.), used for transport or storage, while 0710 is frozen long-term preservation. 2004 Other vegetables prepared or preserved by other methods, frozen: 2004 includes frozen vegetables that have undergone deep processing such as frying, roasting, etc., while 0710 is only simple freezing. 2005 Other vegetables prepared or preserved, not frozen: 2005 is non-frozen processed vegetables, such as canned, vinegar-pickled, etc., while 0710 is frozen. 0714 Fresh or dried cassava, arrowroot, etc.: 0714 includes roots and tubers containing starch or inulin, but potatoes are explicitly classified under 0710. Has it been fried or roasted? Have seasonings or other ingredients been added? Has it only undergone freezing treatment? Is it intended for long-term preservation? Does it fall within the scope of Chapter 07 vegetables?
Basis
Core basis for classification: The product is frozen potatoes, belonging to vegetables, and has only undergone freezing treatment without further processing (such as frying, roasting, seasoning, etc.). According to the notes to Chapter 07 of the Tariff, frozen vegetables are classified under 0710, with potatoes under 071010. If steamed or boiled, they are still classified under 0710, but if deeply processed, they are classified under Chapter 20.
Confused Codes:
0711 - Temporarily preserved vegetables
0711 is temporary preservation (such as sulfur dioxide gas, brine, etc.), used for transport or storage, while 0710 is frozen long-term preservation.
2004 - Other vegetables prepared or preserved by other methods, frozen
2004 includes frozen vegetables that have undergone deep processing such as frying, roasting, etc., while 0710 is only simple freezing.
2005 - Other vegetables prepared or preserved, not frozen
2005 is non-frozen processed vegetables, such as canned, vinegar-pickled, etc., while 0710 is frozen.
0714 - Fresh or dried cassava, arrowroot, etc.
0714 includes roots and tubers containing starch or inulin, but potatoes are explicitly classified under 0710.
Self-Check:
✓ Has it been fried or roasted?
✓ Have seasonings or other ingredients been added?
✓ Has it only undergone freezing treatment?
✓ Is it intended for long-term preservation?
✓ Does it fall within the scope of Chapter 07 vegetables?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between frozen potatoes and frozen french fries? Frozen potatoes (only frozen) are classified under 071010, while frozen french fries (usually fried) are classified under 2004. The key difference lies in whether they have undergone deep processing, such as frying, roasting, etc. How to determine whether frozen potatoes have been steamed or boiled? Steaming or boiling changes the texture and color of potatoes and is usually done during processing. If only simply frozen without steaming or boiling, they are classified under 071010; if steamed or boiled then frozen, they are still classified under 071010, but this must be indicated in the declaration. In the declaration elements for frozen potatoes, how should 'Method of Production or Preservation' be filled in? It should be filled in as 'frozen'; if steamed or boiled, fill in 'frozen, steamed or boiled'. Be careful not to omit any processing steps. If salt or other seasonings are added to frozen potatoes, which code should they be classified under? If seasonings are added, they may be considered deeply processed and should be classified under Chapter 20, such as 2004. It is recommended to consult customs or professional classifiers. How to check the tariff rate for frozen potatoes? Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, tariff inquiry platforms, or by consulting customs brokers. Note that different countries of origin may be subject to different rates. What customs issues should be noted when selling frozen potatoes through cross-border e-commerce? Ensure correct product classification and complete declaration elements, especially processing methods, ingredients, etc. Also pay attention to intellectual property issues such as country of origin and brand to avoid violations. What is the difference in HS codes between frozen potatoes and fresh potatoes? Fresh potatoes are classified under 0701, while frozen potatoes are classified under 071010. The main difference lies in the preservation state; frozen falls within the scope of frozen vegetables under Chapter 07. If the frozen potatoes are whole, does the code change? Whether whole or cut into pieces, as long as they have only undergone freezing treatment, they are classified under 071010. The state does not affect the code, but it must be truthfully filled in the declaration.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between frozen potatoes and frozen french fries?
A: Frozen potatoes (only frozen) are classified under 071010, while frozen french fries (usually fried) are classified under 2004. The key difference lies in whether they have undergone deep processing, such as frying, roasting, etc.
Q: How to determine whether frozen potatoes have been steamed or boiled?
A: Steaming or boiling changes the texture and color of potatoes and is usually done during processing. If only simply frozen without steaming or boiling, they are classified under 071010; if steamed or boiled then frozen, they are still classified under 071010, but this must be indicated in the declaration.
Q: In the declaration elements for frozen potatoes, how should 'Method of Production or Preservation' be filled in?
A: It should be filled in as 'frozen'; if steamed or boiled, fill in 'frozen, steamed or boiled'. Be careful not to omit any processing steps.
Q: If salt or other seasonings are added to frozen potatoes, which code should they be classified under?
A: If seasonings are added, they may be considered deeply processed and should be classified under Chapter 20, such as 2004. It is recommended to consult customs or professional classifiers.
Q: How to check the tariff rate for frozen potatoes?
A: Tariff rates may change. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, tariff inquiry platforms, or by consulting customs brokers. Note that different countries of origin may be subject to different rates.
Q: What customs issues should be noted when selling frozen potatoes through cross-border e-commerce?
A: Ensure correct product classification and complete declaration elements, especially processing methods, ingredients, etc. Also pay attention to intellectual property issues such as country of origin and brand to avoid violations.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between frozen potatoes and fresh potatoes?
A: Fresh potatoes are classified under 0701, while frozen potatoes are classified under 071010. The main difference lies in the preservation state; frozen falls within the scope of frozen vegetables under Chapter 07.
Q: If the frozen potatoes are whole, does the code change?
A: Whether whole or cut into pieces, as long as they have only undergone freezing treatment, they are classified under 071010. The state does not affect the code, but it must be truthfully filled in the declaration.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.