Pelletized Dehydrated African Yams
Pellets produced from African yam varieties (Dioscorea spp.), dried to concentrate starch for industrial applications like starch extraction. These pellets are a processed form of yams, not suitable for direct consumption, and fall under the tariff item for yams in pellet form.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pellets are further processed into starch
Starch derived from yams is classified under heading 11.08.
If the pellets are by-products of starch extraction
Residues from starch manufacture fall under heading 23.02.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the binder content does not exceed 3% by weight to comply with Section Note 1
• If the pellets are for starch extraction, consider whether they might be classified as a processed product under another heading
• Keep shipping documents showing the drying and pelletizing process
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