Certified Seed Russet Burbank Potatoes

These are fresh Russet Burbank potatoes certified for use as seed, packaged in immediate containers of 20 kg net weight to ensure viability during transport. They fall under HTS 0701.10.0020 as seed potatoes, fresh or chilled, specifically in containers not over 45 kg, distinguishing them from table stock potatoes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0701.90.10Same rate: 17.5%

If intended for consumption rather than planting

Table stock potatoes, even if in small containers, classify under fresh/chilled potatoes for human consumption, not seed.

0711.90Higher: 17.7% vs 17.5%

If provisionally preserved for transport, e.g., in sulfur dioxide

If treated solely for preservation and unsuitable for immediate eating, they move to heading 0711.

0701.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If for non-seed varieties like red or white potatoes

Same code applies but different statistical reporting; seed certification determines specific suffix.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming seed quality and freedom from pests like potato cyst nematode

Verify container net weight does not exceed 45 kg to avoid reclassification to other statistical suffixes

Check importing country restrictions on seed varieties to prevent quarantine issues

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