Fresh Covington Sweet Potatoes from Japan
Covington sweet potatoes, a premium variety with smooth orange skin, are supplied fresh under HTS 0714.20.20.00 due to their high starch or inulin content as similar roots and tubers.
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
• Obtain APHIS permit for fresh tubers from non-quarantined origins
• Declare net weight accurately excluding dirt
• Separate from ware potatoes to avoid 0701 confusion