Fresh Cocoyam Yautia Root from China
Fresh yautia (Xanthosoma sagittifolium) roots, also known as cocoyam or malanga, harvested directly from the plant with high starch content. Classified under HTS 0714.50.60.00 as 'other' yautia roots and tubers that are fresh and suitable for cooking or processing into flour. These starchy tubers are a staple in tropical cuisines for boiling, frying, or mashing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
33.3%
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
• Verify phytosanitary certificates from exporting countries to meet USDA import requirements for fresh tubers
• Declare exact species (Xanthosoma spp.) and ensure no soil residue to avoid quarantine issues
• Check for seasonal quotas or restrictions on fresh produce from disease-prone regions