Chapter 07 covers edible vegetables, roots and tubers, including vegetables in various processed states such as fresh, chilled, frozen, provisionally preserved, and dried. This chapter does not include products that are manufactured or deeply processed (such as vegetable products of Chapter 20), nor certain specific plants (such as coffee and tea of Chapter 9, oil seeds of Chapter 12). The core is the primary form of vegetables, and frozen vegetables are an important trade category under this chapter. Heading 0710 specifically covers frozen vegetables (whether or not cooked by steaming or boiling in water), including frozen vegetables that have been steamed or boiled before freezing, as well as frozen vegetables that have not been steamed or boiled. However, it does not include frozen sweet corn (0710.40), frozen potatoes (0710.10) and other specifically named headings, nor does it include frozen leguminous vegetables (0710.21-29) and spinach (0710.30), etc. Code 071080 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits 07 represent Chapter 7 'Edible vegetables, roots and tubers'; the 3rd-4th digits 10 represent the heading 'Frozen vegetables (whether or not cooked)'; the 5th-6th digits 80 represent the subheading 'Other frozen vegetables', i.e., frozen vegetables not specifically named under 0710, such as frozen cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, mixed vegetables, etc. This subheading is a residual subheading covering all frozen vegetables other than potatoes, legumes, spinach, sweet corn, etc. This commodity is frozen other vegetables, because it has been frozen and is not specifically named under 0710 (such as not potatoes, legumes, spinach, sweet corn), so it is classified under 071080. If it were fresh or chilled vegetables, it should be classified under 0701-0709; if dried vegetables, under 0712; if provisionally preserved, under 0711; if deeply processed products, under Chapter 20.

Product Name: Fill in the Chinese and foreign language names of the commodity, which should be consistent with the contract and invoice, and specify the specific variety, such as 'Frozen Broccoli'. Brand Type: Fill in the brand name or 'No Brand', used for customs intellectual property protection and statistics. Export Preference Status: Fill in 'Export goods enjoy preferential tariffs in the final destination country' or 'Do not enjoy' according to the actual trade situation, which affects the use of certificates of origin. Method of Production or Preservation: Fill in 'Frozen', and may indicate whether steamed or boiled, such as 'Frozen (not steamed)'. Ingredient Content: Fill in the single ingredient or mixed ingredients and proportions of the vegetables, such as 'Broccoli 100%'. Packaging Specification: Fill in the packaging method and specifications, such as '10 kg/carton'. Brand (Chinese and Foreign Language Names): If there is a brand, fill in the Chinese and foreign language names; if no brand, fill in 'None'. Production Date: Fill in the specific production date in the format of year-month-day. Product Name: Frozen Broccoli; Brand Type: No Brand; Export Preference Status: Do not enjoy; Method of Production or Preservation: Frozen (not steamed); Ingredient Content: Broccoli 100%; Packaging Specification: 10 kg/carton; Brand: None; Production Date: 2025-01-15. Failure to distinguish whether steamed or boiled; frozen vegetables that have been steamed or boiled are still classified under 0710, but must be indicated at declaration. Mixed frozen vegetables do not list the proportions of each ingredient, which may lead to classification disputes or inspection. Mistakenly classifying frozen vegetables under 0711 (provisionally preserved) or 0712 (dried), ignoring the frozen state.

The core basis for classification is: 1. The commodity must be vegetables; 2. It must have been frozen (temperature reduced below freezing point); 3. It is not specifically named under 0710 (such as not potatoes, legumes, spinach, sweet corn). At the same time, note that vegetables that have been steamed or boiled and then frozen are still classified under 0710, but deep processing (such as seasoning, breading) should be classified under Chapter 20. 071010 Frozen Potatoes: 071010 is frozen potatoes, whether or not steamed or boiled; while 071080 is other frozen vegetables, excluding potatoes. 071021 Frozen Peas: 071021 is frozen peas (leguminous vegetables), 071080 is other frozen vegetables, excluding legumes. 071030 Frozen Spinach: 071030 is frozen spinach, 071080 is other frozen vegetables, excluding spinach. 071040 Frozen Sweet Corn: 071040 is frozen sweet corn, 071080 is other frozen vegetables, excluding sweet corn. 071190 Other Vegetables Provisionally Preserved: 071190 is vegetables provisionally preserved (e.g., in sulfur dioxide solution), not frozen; 071080 is frozen vegetables. Is it a vegetable? Has it been frozen? Does it belong to potatoes, legumes, spinach, or sweet corn? Has it been steamed or boiled? Has it been deeply processed (seasoned, breaded, etc.)?

What is the difference in HS codes between frozen vegetables and fresh vegetables? Fresh or chilled vegetables are classified under the first few headings of Chapter 07 (such as 0701-0709), while frozen vegetables are classified under 0710. Freezing changes the state of the commodity, so the classification is different. If vegetables are only provisionally preserved (e.g., in sulfur dioxide solution), they are classified under 0711. How to determine whether frozen vegetables have been steamed or boiled? Steaming or boiling refers to treatment with hot water or steam before freezing, usually to inactivate enzymes or pre-cook. If steamed or boiled, it must be indicated at declaration as 'Frozen (steamed or boiled)', but the classification remains 0710. If further seasoned or deeply processed after steaming or boiling, it may be classified under Chapter 20. How are mixed frozen vegetables classified? Mixed frozen vegetables, if all ingredients fall under 0710 and are not specifically named, are generally classified under 071080. However, if they contain specifically named commodities such as potatoes or legumes, they must be classified according to the specific names. If the mixture still retains the characteristics of vegetables, it is not classified under Chapter 20. How to fill in the 'Method of Production or Preservation' in the declaration elements for frozen vegetables? It should be filled in as 'Frozen', and may be supplemented with whether steamed or boiled, such as 'Frozen (not steamed)'. If mixed vegetables, it may be noted as 'Frozen (mixed)'. This element helps customs confirm the classification. How to check tariff preferences when exporting frozen vegetables to the EU? First confirm the HS code is 071080, then check the EU TARIC database, enter the code to see the third-country duty rate. If China and the EU have a free trade agreement, you can enjoy preferences with a certificate of origin, but the rules of origin must be met. For specific rates, please refer to the latest official publication. Is the shelf life of frozen vegetables related to the HS code? No. The HS code is based on the commodity's attributes, processing state, and ingredients, and is not related to shelf life. However, shelf life may affect customs' determination of whether the commodity has deteriorated, thereby affecting inspection. What should be noted when declaring frozen vegetables for cross-border e-commerce sales? Attention should be paid to declaration elements such as packaging specifications and ingredient content to ensure compliance with the destination country's labeling requirements. At the same time, frozen vegetables may involve inspection and quarantine, and relevant certificates must be obtained in advance. It is recommended to use a regular customs broker to avoid returns due to classification errors. If frozen vegetables have been seasoned, can they still be classified under 071080? No. Frozen vegetables that have been seasoned (such as with salt, oil, spices) have exceeded the scope of 0710 and are usually classified under Chapter 20 (such as 2004 or 2005). However, light salting for preservation may still be classified under 0710, depending on the specific processing technique.