Frozen Yautia Chunks from China
Frozen chunks of yautia (Xanthosoma spp.), also known as malanga or tannia, preserved solely by freezing to maintain freshness for later cooking. This product falls under HTS 0714.50.20.00 as frozen yautia, a starchy tuber from the Xanthosoma genus with high starch content, suitable for provisional preservation during transport.
Duty Rate — China → United States
31%
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
• Verify botanical classification as Xanthosoma spp. with supplier certificates to avoid misclassification as generic roots
• Include refrigeration documentation and proof of freezing process to confirm compliance with Chapter 7 preservation rules
• Check for pesticide residues meeting FDA import standards, as starchy tubers are subject to strict food safety inspections