Frozen Sliced Yams from Japan
Frozen sliced yams (Dioscorea alata) are high-starch tubers cut into pieces and quick-frozen for preservation. Under HTS 0714.30.60.00 as 'other' frozen yams, they remain whole tubers despite slicing. Used in processed foods and ready meals.
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
• Submit freezing process details to confirm not 'provisionally preserved' under Chapter 71 note
• Comply with FSMA rules for frozen produce, including supplier verification programs