Frozen Sweet Potato Chunks from Japan
Large chunks of sweet potatoes frozen for long-term storage, highlighting their starchy tuber nature. HTS 0714.20.10.00 covers frozen forms of similar roots with high starch, sliced or not. Remains unsuitable for immediate eating due to frozen state.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact slicing method (chunks) on entry documents to match statistical reporting requirements
• Comply with APHIS import permits for frozen tubers to prevent quarantine issues
• Test for sulfur preservatives; if used, may shift to heading 0711