Frozen Sweet Potatoes
Frozen sweet potato chunks or slices (Ipomoea batatas), steamed and frozen for retail or food-service use. Despite the varietal difference from Solanum tuberosum, they are classified under the tariff item for potatoes in the frozen vegetables category.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a mix of frozen vegetables containing sweet potatoes and other vegetables
Frozen vegetable mixtures are classified under heading 07.10, subheading 0710.80, rather than as single vegetables.
If the sweet potatoes are not frozen but fresh, chilled, or dried
Sweet potatoes, whether fresh, chilled, or dried, are classified under heading 07.14 (cassava, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes, and similar roots).
If the sweet potatoes are prepared or preserved by a method other than steaming or boiling in water
Vegetables prepared or preserved by other methods (e.g., frying) fall under chapter 20, not chapter 07.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sweet potatoes are frozen and not mixed with sauces or seasonings, as added ingredients may affect classification
• Declare the net weight accurately, as duties are calculated on the weight of the goods
• Verify whether the shipment qualifies for preferential treatment under a free trade agreement by providing a valid certificate of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 0710.10.00
Frozen Diced Potatoes
Frozen diced potatoes are peeled, cut into cubes, and quick-frozen for use in stews or hashes. They are uncooked or cooked only by steaming or boiling in water, making them a frozen vegetable of heading 07.10. They remain unsuitable for immediate consumption without further cooking.
Frozen French Fries
Frozen French fries are potatoes cut into strips and frozen, typically for frying. They are uncooked or only steamed or boiled in water before freezing, fitting the scope of frozen vegetables in heading 07.10. They require further cooking before consumption.
Frozen Hash Brown Potatoes
Frozen hash brown potatoes are shredded or grated potatoes, formed into patties or loose, and frozen for breakfast dishes. They are typically steamed or boiled before freezing, remaining a simple frozen vegetable product. They are not ready-to-eat and require heating or frying.
Frozen Mashed Potatoes
Frozen mashed potatoes are cooked, mashed potatoes flash-frozen in portions for reheating. They are prepared by boiling or steaming and then frozen, without other substantial ingredients. They fall under heading 07.10 as frozen potatoes, even though they are cooked, since the cooking method is limited to water-based methods.
Frozen Potato Skins
Frozen potato skins are hollowed potato shells, partially cooked and frozen for stuffing. The primary material is potato with minimal processing, and they are not suitable for immediate consumption. They are classified as frozen potatoes under heading 07.10, provided they are only steamed or boiled before freezing.
Frozen Potato Wedges
Frozen potato wedges are potatoes cut into thick wedge shapes, blanched, and frozen for oven baking. They are uncooked overall, aside from the water-based blanching, and fit the definition of frozen vegetables. They require further cooking before consumption.