Chapter 08 covers edible fruits and nuts, including fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved products, as well as the peel of citrus fruits or melons. This chapter does not include: prepared jams, fruit jellies, fruit purees (Chapter 20); roasted nuts (Chapter 20); or non-edible plant products. The core lies in whether the product retains the essential characteristics of the fruit and whether the degree of processing exceeds simple preservation. Heading 0811 covers frozen fruits and nuts, whether or not cooked or boiled in water, including frozen fruits with added sugar or other sweetening matter. The key condition is the frozen state and not exceeding simple preservation. This heading does not include: frozen fruit purees (Chapter 20), frozen jams (Chapter 20) or frozen fruit juices (Chapter 20). The first 2 digits 08: indicates Chapter 08, edible fruits and nuts; peel of citrus fruits or melons. Digits 3-4, 11: indicates heading 0811, frozen fruits and nuts. Digits 5-6, 20: indicates subheading 081120, frozen other berries. Here "other" refers to berries other than strawberries (081110), such as raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, loganberries, currants, bilberries, etc. The subheading division is based on berry type, with the frozen state as a prerequisite. The product is frozen berries, not strawberries, and does not exceed simple frozen preservation, so it is classified under 081120. If it were strawberries, it would be classified under 081110; if it were fruit puree or jam, it would be classified under Chapter 20; if it were fresh or chilled berries, it would be classified under 0810; if it were dried berries, it would be classified under 0813. The core is the frozen state, berry type and degree of processing.
Chapter
Chapter 08 covers edible fruits and nuts, including fresh, frozen, dried or provisionally preserved products, as well as the peel of citrus fruits or melons. This chapter does not include: prepared jams, fruit jellies, fruit purees (Chapter 20); roasted nuts (Chapter 20); or non-edible plant products. The core lies in whether the product retains the essential characteristics of the fruit and whether the degree of processing exceeds simple preservation.
Heading
Heading 0811 covers frozen fruits and nuts, whether or not cooked or boiled in water, including frozen fruits with added sugar or other sweetening matter. The key condition is the frozen state and not exceeding simple preservation. This heading does not include: frozen fruit purees (Chapter 20), frozen jams (Chapter 20) or frozen fruit juices (Chapter 20).
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 08: indicates Chapter 08, edible fruits and nuts; peel of citrus fruits or melons. Digits 3-4, 11: indicates heading 0811, frozen fruits and nuts. Digits 5-6, 20: indicates subheading 081120, frozen other berries. Here "other" refers to berries other than strawberries (081110), such as raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, loganberries, currants, bilberries, etc. The subheading division is based on berry type, with the frozen state as a prerequisite.
Classification Basis
The product is frozen berries, not strawberries, and does not exceed simple frozen preservation, so it is classified under 081120. If it were strawberries, it would be classified under 081110; if it were fruit puree or jam, it would be classified under Chapter 20; if it were fresh or chilled berries, it would be classified under 0810; if it were dried berries, it would be classified under 0813. The core is the frozen state, berry type and degree of processing.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as frozen raspberries, frozen blackberries, etc., and standardized Chinese or English commodity names should be used. Ingredients: List the main ingredients, such as berry content, whether sugar or other sweetening matter is added, and the names of additives. Processing Method: Explain the treatment before freezing, such as whether cooked, whether sugar is added, whether quick-frozen, etc. State: Declare as frozen state and indicate the freezing method (such as quick freezing, slow freezing). Packaging Specifications: Indicate the packaging type and net weight, such as bagged, boxed, net weight per box, etc. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, declare "no brand". Use: Explain the use, such as direct consumption, food processing raw material, etc. Product Name: Frozen Raspberries; Ingredients: Raspberries 100%; Processing Method: Quick-frozen, not cooked, no sugar added; State: Frozen; Packaging Specifications: 10 kg/box, lined with plastic bags; Brand: No brand; Use: Food processing raw material. Mistakenly classifying frozen strawberries under 081120, when they should actually be classified under 081110. Frozen berries with added sugar not declaring the sugar content may be mistakenly classified under Chapter 20. Frozen berry puree not declared under Chapter 20, incorrectly classified under 081120.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as frozen raspberries, frozen blackberries, etc., and standardized Chinese or English commodity names should be used.
⚠️ Filling in "frozen berries" or "frozen fruit" in general terms without specifying the variety.
Ingredients
List the main ingredients, such as berry content, whether sugar or other sweetening matter is added, and the names of additives.
⚠️ Ignoring added sugar or preservatives, resulting in incorrect classification.
Processing Method
Explain the treatment before freezing, such as whether cooked, whether sugar is added, whether quick-frozen, etc.
⚠️ Failure to indicate whether cooked, which may lead to misclassification under Chapter 20.
State
Declare as frozen state and indicate the freezing method (such as quick freezing, slow freezing).
⚠️ Writing only "frozen" without specifying the specific freezing process.
Packaging Specifications
Indicate the packaging type and net weight, such as bagged, boxed, net weight per box, etc.
⚠️ Incomplete packaging specifications, affecting customs statistics and inspection.
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, declare "no brand".
⚠️ Confusing brand with trademark, or failing to declare the brand.
Use
Explain the use, such as direct consumption, food processing raw material, etc.
⚠️ Use description is too broad, such as "edible", without distinguishing direct consumption or processing.
Example： Product Name: Frozen Raspberries; Ingredients: Raspberries 100%; Processing Method: Quick-frozen, not cooked, no sugar added; State: Frozen; Packaging Specifications: 10 kg/box, lined with plastic bags; Brand: No brand; Use: Food processing raw material.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying frozen strawberries under 081120, when they should actually be classified under 081110.
Frozen berries with added sugar not declaring the sugar content may be mistakenly classified under Chapter 20.
Frozen berry puree not declared under Chapter 20, incorrectly classified under 081120.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1) The product is berries, not strawberries; 2) The state is frozen; 3) It does not exceed simple frozen preservation, with no sugar added or only sugar added but retaining the fruit characteristics; 4) It is not made into puree, jam or juice. If the above conditions are met, it is classified under 081120. If it is strawberries, it is classified under 081110; if it is puree, jam or juice, it is classified under Chapter 20; if it is fresh or chilled, it is classified under 0810; if it is dried, it is classified under 0813. 081110 Frozen Strawberries: Refers only to frozen strawberries, whether or not sugar is added. The difference from 081120 lies in the berry type, with strawberries listed separately. 0810 Fresh or Chilled Other Berries: The state is fresh or chilled, not frozen. If the product is chilled raspberries, it should be classified under 0810 rather than 081120. 0813 Dried Berries: The state is dried, not frozen. If the product is dried raspberries, it should be classified under 0813 rather than 081120. 2007 Jams, Fruit Jellies, Fruit Purees: The product has been cooked or made into puree form, exceeding simple frozen preservation, and is classified under Chapter 20. 2008 Fruits Preserved by Other Methods: If frozen fruits are cooked or have sugar added, they may be classified under 2008 rather than 081120. Is the product berries and not strawberries? Is the product in a frozen state? Has it not exceeded simple frozen preservation? Has no sugar or other sweetening matter been added? Has it not been made into puree, jam or juice?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1) The product is berries, not strawberries; 2) The state is frozen; 3) It does not exceed simple frozen preservation, with no sugar added or only sugar added but retaining the fruit characteristics; 4) It is not made into puree, jam or juice. If the above conditions are met, it is classified under 081120. If it is strawberries, it is classified under 081110; if it is puree, jam or juice, it is classified under Chapter 20; if it is fresh or chilled, it is classified under 0810; if it is dried, it is classified under 0813.
Confused Codes：
081110 - Frozen Strawberries
Refers only to frozen strawberries, whether or not sugar is added. The difference from 081120 lies in the berry type, with strawberries listed separately.
0810 - Fresh or Chilled Other Berries
The state is fresh or chilled, not frozen. If the product is chilled raspberries, it should be classified under 0810 rather than 081120.
0813 - Dried Berries
The state is dried, not frozen. If the product is dried raspberries, it should be classified under 0813 rather than 081120.
2007 - Jams, Fruit Jellies, Fruit Purees
The product has been cooked or made into puree form, exceeding simple frozen preservation, and is classified under Chapter 20.
2008 - Fruits Preserved by Other Methods
If frozen fruits are cooked or have sugar added, they may be classified under 2008 rather than 081120.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the product berries and not strawberries?
✓ Is the product in a frozen state?
✓ Has it not exceeded simple frozen preservation?
✓ Has no sugar or other sweetening matter been added?
✓ Has it not been made into puree, jam or juice?
❓ FAQ
Which HS code should frozen raspberries be classified under? Frozen raspberries are classified under 081120, because they are berries other than strawberries and are in a frozen state, not exceeding simple preservation. If they were frozen strawberries, they would be classified under 081110. Can frozen berries with added sugar still be classified under 081120? If sugar is added but the fruit characteristics are retained, they can still be classified under 081120. However, if sugar is added and they are made into candied fruit or jam, they are classified under Chapter 20. Judgment should be based on the degree of processing. What is the difference between frozen berry puree and frozen berries? Frozen berry puree has undergone pulping or grinding, which has changed the original form of the fruit, and is classified under Chapter 20 (2007). Frozen berries remain whole or in pieces and are classified under 081120. How can I check the import tariff rate for 081120? It can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional databases. Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement and annual adjustments, and the latest official data should be used as the basis. What documents are required when declaring 081120? Usually contracts, invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, health certificates, animal and plant quarantine permits, etc. are required. The specifics depend on customs requirements and the country of origin of the product. How should frozen mixed berries be classified? If strawberries account for the largest proportion of the mixed berries, they may be classified under 081110; if other berries predominate, they are classified under 081120. If they are made into other products after mixing, they are classified according to the corresponding chapter. What is the difference between 081120 and 081190? 081120 specifically refers to frozen other berries, while 081190 refers to other frozen fruits and nuts, such as frozen mangoes, frozen pineapples, etc. The distinction between berries and non-berries is key. How can cross-border e-commerce sellers of frozen berries avoid classification errors? They should accurately declare the product name, ingredients and processing method, and retain certificates of origin and test reports. It is recommended to consult professional customs brokers or use customs advance classification services to ensure the correct code.
Q: Which HS code should frozen raspberries be classified under?
A: Frozen raspberries are classified under 081120, because they are berries other than strawberries and are in a frozen state, not exceeding simple preservation. If they were frozen strawberries, they would be classified under 081110.
Q: Can frozen berries with added sugar still be classified under 081120?
A: If sugar is added but the fruit characteristics are retained, they can still be classified under 081120. However, if sugar is added and they are made into candied fruit or jam, they are classified under Chapter 20. Judgment should be based on the degree of processing.
Q: What is the difference between frozen berry puree and frozen berries?
A: Frozen berry puree has undergone pulping or grinding, which has changed the original form of the fruit, and is classified under Chapter 20 (2007). Frozen berries remain whole or in pieces and are classified under 081120.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for 081120?
A: It can be checked through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or professional databases. Tariff rates vary by country, trade agreement and annual adjustments, and the latest official data should be used as the basis.
Q: What documents are required when declaring 081120?
A: Usually contracts, invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, health certificates, animal and plant quarantine permits, etc. are required. The specifics depend on customs requirements and the country of origin of the product.
Q: How should frozen mixed berries be classified?
A: If strawberries account for the largest proportion of the mixed berries, they may be classified under 081110; if other berries predominate, they are classified under 081120. If they are made into other products after mixing, they are classified according to the corresponding chapter.
Q: What is the difference between 081120 and 081190?
A: 081120 specifically refers to frozen other berries, while 081190 refers to other frozen fruits and nuts, such as frozen mangoes, frozen pineapples, etc. The distinction between berries and non-berries is key.
Q: How can cross-border e-commerce sellers of frozen berries avoid classification errors?
A: They should accurately declare the product name, ingredients and processing method, and retain certificates of origin and test reports. It is recommended to consult professional customs brokers or use customs advance classification services to ensure the correct code.
⚠️ 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.