0714 - Cassava (manioc), arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets; sago pith:
Sub-classifications
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0714 10
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0714 20
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0714 30
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0714 40
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0714 50
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0714 90
Overview
This HTS category, 0714, encompasses a variety of starchy roots and tubers, including cassava (manioc), arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, and sweet potatoes. The classification applies to these products in their fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried forms, regardless of whether they have been sliced or processed into pellets. It also includes sago pith, which is derived from certain palm stems and is characterized by its high starch content.
Unlike other categories within Chapter 7, which often focus on leafy vegetables, fruits, or more common root vegetables like potatoes (classified under 0701 for fresh or chilled, and 0702 for frozen), this heading specifically targets tubers and roots valued for their significant starch or inulin content. These are often staple food sources or ingredients in processed food products due to their carbohydrate richness.
Within HTS 0714, further subcategories exist to provide more granular classification based on the specific type of root or tuber. These include detailed classifications for cassava (0714.10), sweet potatoes (0714.20), yams (0714.30), taro (0714.40), and yautia (0714.50). A residual category for "Other" (0714.90) is provided for starchy roots and tubers that do not fall into the specifically enumerated subheadings, ensuring comprehensive coverage.