0714.10 - Cassava (manioc):

This HTS category, 0714.10, specifically classifies cassava, also known as manioc. Cassava is a starchy root vegetable originating from South America, widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its tuberous roots. It is a staple food source in many parts of the world, recognized for its high carbohydrate content.

Within Chapter 7, which covers edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers, this heading differentiates cassava from its sibling categories. Unlike sweet potatoes (0714.20), yams (0714.30), taro (0714.40), and yautia (0714.50), which are distinct species of tubers, 0714.10 exclusively pertains to the classification of cassava. The broader parent category encompasses these and other similar starchy roots and tubers, whether fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried, in various forms.

The subcategories for cassava, 0714.10.10.00 and 0714.10.20.00, distinguish between frozen cassava and other forms. This distinction is crucial for determining the correct tariff rate and any applicable trade regulations. Frozen cassava falls under its dedicated subheading, while all other forms, including fresh, chilled, dried, sliced, or pelleted cassava, are classified under the "Other" subheading.