Pelletized Dehydrated African Yams from Germany

Pellets produced from African yam varieties (Dioscorea spp.), dried to concentrate starch content for industrial applications like starch extraction. HTS 0714.30.5000 covers these as 'other' yams in pellet form, distinguishing from fresh or frozen tubers. The pelleting ensures provisional preservation during transport.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Label shipments clearly as 'yam pellets, not for direct consumption' to align with chapter notes on preservation

Obtain certificates of origin proving yam species; common pitfall is confusion with similar tubers like sweet potatoes

Check for fumigation records; pellets can harbor pests, requiring APHIS clearance