Dried Sliced Black Wood Ears (Auricularia polytricha)
Dried and sliced black wood ears (Auricularia polytricha) are cut into strips post-harvest drying for easier rehydration in cooking. Classified under HTS 0712.32.00.00 as sliced dried wood ears (Auricularia spp.), they remain unprocessed beyond slicing and drying. Ideal for quick preparation in hot pots and salads.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 8.3% | +25.0% | 33.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 8.3% | — | 8.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 8.3% | — | 8.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 8.3% | — | 8.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 8.3% | — | 8.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sliced and mixed with other dried vegetables
Mixtures of dried vegetables, even including wood ears, fall under the general dried vegetables subheading rather than specific Auricularia spp.
If finely flaked or powdered for flour-like use
Excessive processing into flakes or powder classifies as vegetable flours in Chapter 11, not whole/sliced dried vegetables.
If preserved in brine or sulfur solution before drying
Provisional preservation via chemical solutions prior to drying shifts to heading 0711 for temporarily preserved vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include slicing method documentation to confirm no further preparation; check for uniform drying to prevent mold claims at customs; label clearly as 'dried, unsuitable for immediate consumption' to stay in heading 0712
Related Products under HTS 0712.32.00.00
Dried Whole Wood Ear Mushrooms (Auricularia auricula-judae)
These are whole dried wood ear mushrooms (Auricularia auricula-judae), harvested and sun-dried without further processing, retaining their natural ear-like shape. They classify under HTS 0712.32.00.00 as dried wood ears (Auricularia spp.), whole and not further prepared for culinary use in soups and stir-fries. The drying process preserves them solely for transport and storage, making them unsuitable for immediate consumption.
Dried Broken Wood Ear Pieces (Auricularia cornea)
Broken pieces of dried wood ear mushrooms (Auricularia cornea) result from natural breakage during harvest and drying, sold in bulk. They fit HTS 0712.32.00.00 as broken dried wood ears (Auricularia spp.), not further prepared. Commonly used in commercial food production for texture in dishes.
Dried Wood Ear Mushroom Powder (Auricularia auricula-judae)
Finely ground powder from dried wood ear mushrooms (Auricularia auricula-judae), milled solely after drying for supplement use. Under HTS 0712.32.00.00 as wood ears in powder form, not further prepared beyond grinding. Used in health shakes for its purported immune benefits.
Bulk Dried Auricularia Superba Wood Ears
Whole dried Auricularia superba wood ears, a premium variety, packaged in bulk for wholesale. HTS 0712.32.00.00 covers these as dried whole wood ears (Auricularia spp.), preserved only by drying. Prized in gourmet Chinese cuisine for superior texture.
Dried Wood Ear Strips for Export (Auricularia spp. Mix)
Pre-cut strips of mixed Auricularia species wood ears, dried for export markets. Falls under HTS 0712.32.00.00 as cut/sliced dried wood ears, solely preserved by drying. Versatile for instant noodle flavoring packets.