Dried Yellow Yams from Germany
Dried yellow yams (Dioscorea cayenensis) are high-starch tubers dehydrated to extend shelf life while retaining their nutritional value. Classified under HTS 0714.30.60.00 as 'other' dried yams, they are sliced or whole and unsuitable for immediate consumption without rehydration. Popular in African and Caribbean cuisines for porridges.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
18.3%
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
• Provide lab analysis confirming starch content >20% and dryness to distinguish from fresh or frozen
• Include certificates of origin and fumigation records to meet APHIS import standards for dried roots