Dehydrated Plantain Slices from China

Whole or sliced plantains dehydrated at low temperatures to remove moisture while preserving natural flavor. Falls under HTS 0803.10.20.00 specifically for dried plantains, suitable for rehydration in cooking. Not further processed like frying or powdering.

Duty Rate — China → United States

26.4%

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

Include lab tests showing water activity levels safe for storage to comply with FDA import rules

Declare country of origin accurately, as many come from Latin America or Africa

Avoid packaging that implies 'ready-to-eat snack' to prevent shift to prepared foods category