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U.S. imports of prepared or preserved sweet corn (SITC 05677) totaled $2.8M in April 2026, traded with 17 countries.
Importers of Prepared or Preserved Sweet Corn paid $382K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 17% on $2.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Prepared or Preserved Sweet Corn imports of $2.8M in April 2026 ran 56% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.8M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSweet corn prepared or preserved by methods other than vinegar — primarily canned whole-kernel and cream-style corn — is a widely traded commodity in the processed vegetable sector, used extensively by foodservice distributors and retail packers. As a low-acid canned vegetable, sweet corn is subject to FDA's thermally processed food regulations under 21 CFR Part 113, requiring validated retort processes from registered foreign establishments. Importers should confirm that foreign canneries hold current FDA facility registrations and that product labeling meets US net-weight and ingredient disclosure requirements.
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Sweet corn is singled out in the SITC classification because of its commercial volume and distinct botanical status — it is consumed as a vegetable but is botanically a grain. This separation allows trade statisticians and analysts to track sweet corn flows independently from other prepared vegetables, reflecting its significance as a standalone commodity in global food trade.
Canned sweet corn is classified as a low-acid canned food under 21 CFR Part 113. Foreign manufacturers must register their facilities with FDA and file scheduled process information. Shipments may be detained if the exporting establishment is not on FDA's approved list or if process deviations are identified. Consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered agent to verify admissibility before importation.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAPAN | -- | $2.1M | +$2.1M |
| THAILAND | $1.9M | -- | -$1.9M |
| MEXICO | $361K | $659K | +$298K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $4K | $600K | +$595K |
| NORWAY | -- | $515K | +$515K |
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