Chilled Yam Bean (Jicama) from Canada
Chilled jicama tubers (Pachyrhizus erosus) crisp and juicy with moderate starch, eaten raw in salads. Under HTS 0714.90.3900 as similar high-starch chilled tubers, 'other' category. Popular in Mexican and Southeast Asian imports.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
26%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Peel outer skin before packing; residue invites pest inspections
• Maintain 0-5°C chain; softening from warmth leads to high waste claims
• Label botanical name to distinguish from true yams