Instant Mashed Potato Granules
Dehydrated potato granules made from cooked and mashed potatoes, designed for quick preparation of mashed potatoes by adding hot water or milk. These fall under HTS 2005.20.00.40 as potato granules, which are potatoes prepared otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, and not products of heading 2006.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried but uncooked
Dried potatoes not further prepared (uncooked) are classified under dried vegetables in Chapter 07, not preserved preparations.
If processed into flour or powder
Potato products ground into flour or meal fall under Chapter 11 for flours and meals, not granules.
If in the form of flour
Potato flour is distinguished from granules in the same heading but different subheading based on processing fineness.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify moisture content and granule size to confirm classification as granules, not flakes or powder, avoiding misclassification
• Provide lab analysis or manufacturer specs confirming preparation method (dehydration, not vinegar or freezing) for customs compliance
• Label products clearly with ingredient list and country of origin to prevent issues at entry; watch for pesticide residue limits on potatoes
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Dehydrated Potato Granules for Soups
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.
Organic Potato Granules
Granules produced from organically grown potatoes, dehydrated to preserve natural flavor for use in cooking or as a thickener. These qualify for HTS 2005.20.00.40 as preserved potato granules not prepared by vinegar, freezing, or acetic acid.
Idaho Potato Granules
Premium granules from Idaho russet potatoes, processed into uniform granules for restaurant and home use in mashed potatoes. Falls under HTS 2005.20.00.40 for potato granules prepared otherwise than by vinegar or freezing.
Gluten-Free Potato Granules
Pure potato granules certified gluten-free, ideal for allergy-sensitive diets, dehydrated without additives. Classified in HTS 2005.20.00.40 as other prepared potato granules.
Bulk Potato Granules for Food Service
Large-pack potato granules supplied to institutions for high-volume mashed potato production. HTS 2005.20.00.40 applies to these non-retail, non-frozen preserved potato granules.
Pre-Cooked Potato Granules
Granules from potatoes pre-cooked before dehydration, ensuring instant rehydration for convenience foods. These are potato granules under HTS 2005.20.00.40, preserved by dehydration.