Dehydrated Potato Pellets
Compressed potato flakes formed into uniform pellets for food manufacturing and institutional use. HTS 1105.20.00.00 covers potato pellets as a milled potato product meeting starch and ash specifications. Used in snack production and prepared foods.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with other flours or additives exceeding simple flake form
Flour/malt extract mixtures with significant additives fall under prepared flours in heading 1901.
If containing significant cereal germ content
Products with cereal germ are always classified in heading 1104 regardless of other specifications.
If dried at low temperature preserving vegetable character
Minimally processed dried potatoes may remain in Chapter 07 as vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Provide sieve analysis reports confirming 95% passage through specified apertures per heading 1103 definitions
β’ Label clearly as 'potato flakes/pellets' not 'potato flour' to avoid misclassification
β’ Include production process flowcharts showing cooking/drying sequence required for Chapter 11
Related Products under HTS 1105.20.00.00
Instant Mashed Potato Flakes
Dehydrated potato flakes produced by cooking, drying, and flaking potatoes, used primarily for instant mashed potatoes. Classified under HTS 1105.20.00.00 as potato flakes resulting from the milling process of potatoes. Meets chapter starch and ash content requirements for Chapter 11 classification.
Potato Granules for Rehydration
Granulated dehydrated potatoes made by flaking then granulating cooked potatoes, ideal for instant potato products. Falls under HTS 1105.20.00.00 specifically for potato granules from the potato milling process. Excludes pharmaceutical preparations per chapter exclusions.
Potato Flake Powder Blend
Fine potato flakes lightly milled for smoother texture in baking and seasoning mixes. Still classified as flakes under HTS 1105.20.00.00 since not reduced to flour consistency. Meets particle size and composition requirements of Chapter 11.
Industrial Potato Granules
Coarse potato granules for commercial food processing, not intended for retail sale. HTS 1105.20.00.00 applies to all potato granules meeting milling product criteria regardless of end use. Bulk packaging for manufacturers.
Textured Potato Pellets
Extruded potato pellets with specific texture for snack food production lines. Remains under HTS 1105.20.00.00 as potato milling product in pellet form. Used by snack manufacturers before frying/baking.