Fresh Salsify Root from China

Salsify, or oyster plant, is a long, slender edible root with a delicate oyster-like flavor, typically boiled or roasted. Classified under HTS 0706.90.4040 as a named 'similar edible root' in fresh or chilled state. Explicitly listed in the heading alongside carrots and radishes.

Duty Rate — China → United States

47.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%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)

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

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Import Tips

• Obtain import permits for quarantine pests common to salsify; ensure chilled transport below 7°C

• Document as whole roots only; trimmed or peeled may require different classification