Fresh Taro Root (Colocasia esculenta)
Fresh taro roots from the Colocasia esculenta plant, harvested and chilled for transport, featuring high starch content typical of tubers in this category. Classified under HTS 0714.40.1001 as fresh or chilled taro (Colocasia spp.), distinct from frozen, dried, or processed forms. These roots are a staple in Asian and Pacific cuisines, used in dishes like poi or taro chips.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen rather than fresh or chilled
Frozen taro falls under the frozen subheading of heading 0714, as it undergoes preservation beyond chilling.
If dried, sliced, or pelleted
Dried or processed forms of similar roots and tubers are classified separately from fresh/chilled.
If prepared or preserved for retail, not fresh
Fresh status excludes those treated for immediate consumption; preserved roots go to Chapter 07 heading 0708.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like taro weevils, as required for fresh tubers
• Ensure proper temperature control during shipping to maintain 'fresh or chilled' status and avoid reclassification
• Label accurately with country of origin and botanical name to prevent misclassification as generic roots
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Chilled Malanga Taro Corms
Chilled corms of taro known as malanga (Colocasia esculenta var.), with high inulin and starch content, packed in ventilated crates for market distribution. Fits HTS 0714.40.1001 specifically for fresh or chilled taro roots and tubers. Popular in Latin American cooking for stews and mashes.
Fresh Hawaiian Taro (Luau Leaf Variety)
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.
Chilled Chinese Taro Root (Colocasia fontanesii)
Chilled roots of Colocasia fontanesii, a Chinese taro variant high in starch, used in soups and stir-fries. Classified as fresh or chilled taro under HTS 0714.40.1001. Smaller corms ideal for export in bulk.
Fresh Eddo Taro Tubers
Fresh eddo taro tubers (small cormels of Colocasia esculenta), chilled for extended shelf life, boasting high inulin content. Directly under HTS 0714.40.1001 for Colocasia spp. fresh or chilled. Commonly boiled or roasted in Caribbean recipes.