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Carrots, turnips, salad beets (salad beetroot), salsify, celeriac, radishes and similar edible roots, fresh or chilled: > Other: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
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Products classified under HTS 0706.90.40
Fresh Celeriac Root
Celeriac, also known as celery root, is a variety of celery cultivated for its edible root, harvested fresh or chilled. It falls under HTS 0706.90.40 as one of the 'similar edible roots' in the category of fresh or chilled carrots, turnips, salad beets, salsify, celeriac, radishes, and similar roots. The knobby, firm root is typically peeled and used in soups, stews, or salads.
Fresh Salsify Root
Salsify, or oyster plant, is a long, slender edible root vegetable with a delicate oyster-like flavor, supplied fresh or chilled. Classified under HTS 0706.90.40 as explicitly listed among similar edible roots like carrots and radishes. It requires peeling before cooking and is used in purees or roasted dishes.
Fresh Salad Beetroot
Salad beetroot refers to small, tender beets harvested young for fresh salad use, distinct from mature beets, fresh or chilled. HTS 0706.90.40 covers it explicitly as 'salad beets (salad beetroot)' among other edible roots. These are eaten raw or lightly cooked in salads.
Fresh Radishes Bunch
A bunch of fresh or chilled radishes, including varieties like red globe or daikon, are crisp edible roots suitable for immediate consumption. Explicitly listed under HTS 0706.90.40 within 'radishes and similar edible roots.' Commonly used in salads, pickles, or as garnishes.
Fresh Turnips
Fresh or chilled turnips are white-fleshed edible roots with purple shoulders, used in roasts or stews. HTS 0706.90.40 includes turnips under 'other' edible roots category. They are harvested young for tenderness.
Fresh Parsley Root
Parsley root is a slender, carrot-like edible root from parsley plants, harvested fresh or chilled for culinary use in soups. As a 'similar edible root' to those listed, it fits HTS 0706.90.40. It has a mild, parsley-flavored taste.
Fresh Hamburg Parsley Root
Hamburg parsley, or rooted parsley, produces thick edible roots similar to carrots, fresh or chilled. Classified in HTS 0706.90.40 as similar edible roots. Popular in European cuisines for stews.
Fresh Scorzonera Root
Scorzonera, or black salsify, is a dark-skinned edible root with creamy flesh, supplied fresh or chilled. It qualifies under HTS 0706.90.40 as similar to salsify and other listed roots. Requires careful peeling due to sticky sap.
Fresh Crookneck Root Vegetable
Certain varieties of crookneck roots, akin to radishes or turnips in edibility, fresh or chilled. HTS 0706.90.40 covers 'similar edible roots' broadly. Used in niche markets for fresh consumption.