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Frozen Water Yams from Japan

Frozen water yams (Dioscorea alata variety) are lesser-starchy but high-inulin tubers frozen for health food markets. Classified in HTS 0714.30.2000 as frozen similar roots with high starch or inulin. Used in gluten-free products after processing.

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

Inulin content tests recommended for 'similar roots' justification