Chilled Malanga Yautia Tubers
Whole yautia tubers (Xanthosoma spp.), known as malanga, chilled to extend shelf life while remaining fresh for market sale. Chilled yautia is explicitly covered by tariff item 0714.50.00, which includes fresh, chilled, or frozen roots and tubers with high starch content.
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 tubers are not of the Xanthosoma genus
Other roots and tubers with high starch content not elsewhere specified fall under this residual heading.
If the product is considered a vegetable, not a root with high starch
Fresh or chilled vegetables not elsewhere specified may be classified in heading 07.09, but yautia is specifically excluded by its starch content.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the tubers are properly chilled and not frozen, as freezing may alter classification
• Declare the product as 'chilled yautia' to match the tariff item description
• Check for any phytosanitary requirements from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for fresh roots
Related Products under Tariff item 0714.50.00
Bulk Frozen Tannia Roots
Bulk Frozen Tannia Roots are whole yautia roots frozen to preserve starch content for industrial food processing. The freezing is the only preservation method used. This product is classified under tariff item 0714.50.00 as frozen yautia.
Chilled Malanga Blanca
Chilled Malanga Blanca is a white-fleshed cultivar of Xanthosoma spp., commonly known as yautia, harvested and chilled to maintain freshness. It is high in starch and intended for culinary uses such as mashing or frying. As a chilled product not further processed, it falls under tariff item 0714.50.00 for yautia.
Chilled New Cocoyam Bulbs
Chilled New Cocoyam Bulbs are young Xanthosoma sagittifolium bulbs, chilled after harvest to preserve their high starch and inulin content. They are used in West African cuisine and are not processed beyond chilling. This product is correctly classified under tariff item 0714.50.00 as yautia.
Chilled Sliced Cocoyam
Pre-sliced cocoyam (Xanthosoma yautia) chilled for retail convenience, high in starch for quick cooking. Chilled, sliced yautia is covered by tariff item 0714.50.00, which includes roots and tubers whether or not sliced, as long as they are fresh, chilled, or frozen.
Chilled Yautia Tuber
Chilled Yautia Tuber consists of Xanthosoma spp. tubers, harvested fresh and chilled to extend shelf life while retaining high starch content. It is used in tropical cooking for its nutty flavor and is not processed beyond chilling. This product falls under tariff item 0714.50.00 for yautia.
Dehydrated Tannia Pellets
Dehydrated Tannia Pellets are tannia (Xanthosoma spp.) dehydrated into uniform pellets for use in soups and baking mixes. The product is dried and formed into pellets, not suitable for immediate consumption. This falls under tariff item 0714.50.00 as yautia in pellet form.