Russet Burbank Fresh Potatoes from China
Russet Burbank potatoes are a classic russet variety with rough, netted brown skin and white flesh, ideal for baking and frying. They are classified under HTS 0701.90.50.17 as fresh or chilled russet potatoes packed in immediate containers not exceeding 1200 kg net weight. This subheading specifically covers russet or netted gem varieties excluding certified seed potatoes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify container net weight does not exceed 1200kg to avoid reclassification; obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like potato cyst nematode
• Ensure cold chain compliance during transit to maintain fresh/chilled status