Fresh African Yam Tubers from China
Fresh African yam tubers (Dioscorea alata) are large, cylindrical roots with high starch, staple in Nigerian and Ghanaian diets. Under HTS 0714.30.10.00 for fresh/chilled yams, they are harvested mature and minimally cleaned. This covers whole tubers not sliced or pelleted.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.9%
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
Import Tips
• Fumigate against Dioscorea-specific pests like mealybugs before shipment; use ventilated crates to prevent mold; cross-check with USDA for seasonal entry conditions