Russet Norkotah Baking Potatoes from Japan
Russet Norkotah potatoes are early-maturing russet gems with netted skin, favored for uniform size in baking. HTS 0701.90.50.17 covers these fresh/chilled in ≤1200kg immediate containers, distinguishing from other potato types. Primarily for fresh market, not processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide country-of-origin certificates; test for specific gravity to confirm baking quality if disputed
• Avoid mixing varieties in containers to prevent reclassification