Dried Plantain Chips from China
Thinly sliced and dried plantains, typically seasoned with salt or spices, used as a crunchy snack. Classified under HTS 0803.10.20.00 as dried plantains, distinct from fresh plantains or those processed into flour. They are provisionally preserved by drying for transport and storage.
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
• Verify moisture content below 10-12% to confirm 'dried' status and avoid reclassification as fresh
• Provide phytosanitary certificates proving treatment against pests common in plantains
• Label accurately as 'dried plantains' to prevent customs disputes over snack processing