Frozen Cocoyam Chunks
Yautia (Xanthosoma spp.) roots cut into chunks and frozen to preserve freshness and starch content for year-round availability. Frozen yautia is covered by tariff item 0714.50.00, which includes 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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the chunks are of a vegetable, not a root with high starch
Frozen vegetables are classified in heading 07.10, but yautia is excluded by its starch content.
If the chunks are cooked or otherwise prepared
Prepared or preserved vegetables fall under Chapter 20, not Chapter 07.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the chunks are frozen and not merely chilled, as this affects classification
• Declare the product as 'frozen yautia chunks' to match the tariff item
• Check for any cold chain requirements to maintain product quality during import
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 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.
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.