Chilled Jerusalem Artichoke from China
Chilled sunchoke tubers (Helianthus tuberosus) with high inulin content, popular in health foods for prebiotic benefits. Classified in HTS 0714.90.3900 as fresh/chilled tubers similar to those listed, suitable for raw salads or cooking. Chilling preserves crispness without freezing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
53.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for inulin content if marketing as functional food; mislabeling can trigger FDA scrutiny
• Use refrigerated containers strictly below 4°C; warming causes gas production and spoilage
• Separate from potatoes in shipments to avoid cross-contamination reclassification risks