Red Pontiac Fresh Potatoes

Red Pontiac potatoes have smooth red skin and moist white flesh, prized for baking, frying, and potato salads. Classified in HTS 0701.90.50.21 for red skin varieties, fresh or chilled, in immediate containers ≤1200 kg net weight. They are marketed whole and unprocessed for consumer use.

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 certified seed potatoes

Seed potatoes for planting have a separate provision regardless of skin color.

0711Higher: 17.7% vs 17.5%

If stored in brine for preservation

Vegetables provisionally preserved in brine or solutions move to heading 0711.

0701.90.50Same rate: 17.5%

If purple or blue skin varieties

Specialty colored skins like purple have distinct statistical reporting.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use ventilated containers to prevent moisture buildup and rot during transit, preserving fresh status

Provide commercial invoices detailing variety, weight, and packing to match HTS description precisely

Be aware of seasonal quotas or tariffs; check current APHIS permits for potato imports