Frozen Whole Taro Roots
Whole taro roots (Colocasia spp.) that are washed, peeled minimally, and individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail or foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0714.40.2000 as frozen taro roots with high starch content, untreated beyond freezing for preservation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in the form of pellets after freezing
Pelletized frozen taro for industrial processing changes the physical form, falling under the pelleted subheading.
If flour or meal derived from dried taro
Processed into flour after drying, it becomes a starch product under Chapter 11 rather than whole tubers.
If frozen cassava instead of taro
Cassava (manioc) is a different tuber species in the same heading group but separate subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA prior notice for perishable frozen goods and ensure cold chain integrity from port to destination
• Include lab tests for pesticide residues, as taro is prone to chemical uptake in tropical farming
• Avoid misdeclaration as potatoes; specify 'taro (Colocasia spp.)' clearly in commercial invoices
Related Products under HTS 0714.40.20.00
Frozen Taro Cubes
Frozen cubes of taro root (Colocasia esculenta) prepared by peeling, cutting into uniform cubes, and quick-freezing to preserve freshness. This product falls under HTS 0714.40.2000 as frozen taro, a starchy tuber with high starch content, suitable for cooking or further processing.
IQF Frozen Taro Slices
Individually quick frozen (IQF) slices of taro root, peeled and sliced to 1/4-inch thickness before freezing, ideal for stir-fries or soups. This fits HTS 0714.40.2000 for frozen taro, a high-starch tuber preserved solely by freezing without additives.
Frozen Diced Taro
Uniformly diced taro (Colocasia esculenta) frozen for retail stir-fry packs, maintaining the root's mucilaginous starch properties. This product is specifically under HTS 0714.40.2000 as frozen taro, sliced or in pieces.
Retail Frozen Taro Pieces
Pre-cut taro pieces frozen in consumer-ready bags for home cooking, such as in Hawaiian or Vietnamese dishes. Falls under HTS 0714.40.2000 for frozen Colocasia spp. taro with high starch content.
Frozen Peeled Taro Chunks
Peeled and chunked taro roots frozen in bulk bags for food manufacturers, preserving the natural starch content for poi or chip production. Under HTS 0714.40.2000 as frozen taro (Colocasia spp.), sliced or not, with no further processing.
Bulk Frozen Taro for Processing
Frozen whole or diced taro roots packed in 50-lb blocks for industrial use in snack foods or frozen meals, retaining high starch for texture. Classified in HTS 0714.40.2000 for frozen taro roots and tubers unsuitable for immediate consumption.