Red Pontiac Fresh Potatoes from China
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.
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
• 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