Fresh Hawaiian Taro (Luau Leaf Variety) from China
Fresh taro roots of the Hawaiian luau variety (Colocasia esculenta), chilled post-harvest with high starch for poi production. Precisely matches HTS 0714.40.1001 for fresh or chilled Colocasia spp. tubers. Cultivar selected for its creamy texture when steamed.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.3%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document varietal purity with supplier certificates to support classification under taro subheading
• Comply with FDA prior notice requirements for fresh produce entering U.S. ports
• Watch for reclassification if roots show signs of sprouting, potentially treated as unfit for fresh import