Frozen Nigerian White Guinea Yams from China
Frozen Nigerian white guinea yams (Dioscorea rotundata) are premium starchy tubers, cleaned, portioned, and IQF-frozen for export. HTS 0714.30.2000 covers frozen yams with high starch, distinguishing them from prepared products. Ideal for boiling, pounding into fufu, or baking.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
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
Import Tips
• Obtain export certificates from origin countries confirming no prohibited pesticides, as yams are high-risk for residues
• Use ISF filings early for frozen goods to prevent delays; include detailed harmonized descriptions
• Test for moisture content to ensure not partially dried, which could shift classification