Fresh White Yams from China
Fresh white yams (Dioscorea rotundata) are starchy tubers harvested directly from the farm, known for their high starch content and mild flavor. They fall under HTS 0714.30.60.00 as fresh yams that are 'other' varieties not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading. These are commonly imported for culinary use in West African dishes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.3%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Verify botanical classification as Dioscorea spp. with phytosanitary certificates to avoid misclassification as sweet potatoes
• Ensure compliance with FDA fresh produce import requirements, including inspection for pests and proper labeling of origin