0710.80.60.00 - Fiddlehead greens

This HTS code, 0710.80.60.00, specifically classifies frozen fiddlehead greens that have been uncooked or preserved by steaming or boiling in water. Fiddlehead greens are the tightly coiled young shoots of certain ferns, characterized by their unique spiral shape and a flavor often described as a cross between asparagus and green beans. This category falls under "Other vegetables" within the broader group of frozen vegetables, as fiddleheads do not fit into more specific vegetable groupings like roots, tubers, legumes, or specific leafy vegetables.

Unlike its sibling category, 0710.80.65.00 which covers frozen Brussels sprouts, this classification is exclusively for fiddlehead greens. Other "Other" vegetables within this level (0710.80.70) would encompass a wide range of frozen vegetables not otherwise specified, such as frozen artichokes, frozen okra, or frozen corn kernels. The crucial distinction here is the distinct botanical identity of fiddlehead greens as young fern fronds.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, accurate classification relies on correctly identifying the product as fiddlehead greens and ensuring it meets the criteria of being frozen and preserved by steaming or boiling. The "not reduced in size" provision within this heading implies that the fiddleheads should retain their general shape and form, not be chopped or processed into smaller pieces prior to freezing.