Dehydrated Potato Granules for Soups from Japan
Finely granulated dehydrated potatoes used as a base ingredient in instant soup mixes, rehydrating quickly when boiled. Classified under HTS 2005.20.00.40 as potato granules prepared by dehydration, not involving vinegar, acetic acid, or freezing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include processing certificates showing dehydration method to differentiate from frozen or vinegared potatoes
• Check for FDA prior notice requirements as a food import and ensure compliance with US potato import quotas if applicable
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect net weight declaration which could trigger audits