Frozen Taro Corms
Whole or halved taro corms (Colocasia spp.) quick-frozen for extended shelf life, primarily for food service in Asian cuisine. Under HTS 0714.40.60.00 as 'other' taro, frozen form with high inulin/starch content.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If provisionally preserved (e.g., in sulfur solution)
Per chapter note, provisional preservation for transport moves to heading 0711.
If sago pith derived from taro
Taro processed into sago pith has a specific subheading under 0714.20.
If inulin extracted and prepared
Inulin from taro classified as starch in Chapter 11 if commercially extracted.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain cold chain with bills of lading specifying frozen status to prevent thawing disputes
• Comply with FDA prior notice for frozen vegetables to expedite clearance
Related Products under HTS 0714.40.60.00
Fresh Taro Root (Colocasia esculenta)
Fresh taro roots from the Colocasia spp. plant, harvested and sold whole for culinary use in dishes like poi or taro chips. Classified under HTS 0714.40.60.00 as 'other' taro roots with high starch content, fresh or chilled, not subjected to preservation processes that make them suitable for immediate consumption.
Chilled Cocoyam Tuber (Malanga)
Chilled whole cocoyam tubers (Colocasia spp., also known as malanga), stored under refrigeration to maintain freshness for ethnic markets. Falls under HTS 0714.40.60.00 as 'other' taro varieties, chilled, with high starch content suitable for boiling or frying.
Dried Whole Taro Bulbs
Whole dried taro bulbs (Colocasia spp.), air-dried for storage and later use in stews or chips, retaining high starch for culinary applications. Classified in HTS 0714.40.60.00 for 'other' dried taro roots.
Chilled Taro for Processing
Chilled taro roots (Colocasia spp.) packed in bulk for industrial processing into flour or chips, not for retail sale. HTS 0714.40.60.00 applies to 'other' chilled taro with high starch.
Air-Dried Taro Chips Base
Partially air-dried taro slices intended as base for further snack production, high in starch. Under 0714.40.60.00 as dried 'other' taro.
Frozen Sliced Taro
Individually quick-frozen (IQF) taro slices from Colocasia spp., for restaurant use. HTS 0714.40.60.00 for frozen 'other' taro.