Product classification
HS code for Jerusalem artichokes: 0714.90
Vegetable roots and tubers, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes and similar roots and tubers (not manioc, sweet potatoes, yams, taro or yautia), high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, sliced or not, or in pellet form, sago pith.
Classification of jerusalem artichokes under HS 0714.90
Jerusalem artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus) are classified under HS code 0714.90 because they are edible tubers characterized by a high inulin content. Unlike common potatoes, which are classified under heading 0701 due to their starch content, Jerusalem artichokes belong to the sunflower family and store energy as inulin. The Harmonized System specifically names these tubers in the description for heading 0714, which covers roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content. This classification applies regardless of whether the product is fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried. Under General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1, the terms of the headings and section notes dictate classification, and 0714 explicitly captures these specific roots. The code 0714.90 serves as the residual category for roots and tubers not elsewhere specified, such as manioc or sweet potatoes, but specifically includes Jerusalem artichokes by name in the Explanatory Notes.
- Covers
- Fresh Jerusalem artichoke tubers
- Chilled or frozen Jerusalem artichokes
- Dried Jerusalem artichokes, whether or not sliced
- Jerusalem artichoke pellets made from dried tubers
- Whole or pieces of the Helianthus tuberosus root
- Also under 0714.90
- Bob's Red Mill Arrowroot Starch
- Terrasoul Superfoods Jerusalem Artichoke Powder
- Sago pearls
- Konjac noodles
- Organic Kudzu Root Powder
Codes often confused with 0714.90
Common mistake. Jerusalem artichokes are frequently misclassified under HS code 0706.90, which covers other edible roots like turnips and radishes. However, 0706 is for vegetables that do not meet the high inulin/starch criteria of 0714. They are also sometimes confused with 0701.90 (potatoes), but the botanical difference and chemical storage of inulin mandate 0714. Additionally, if the tubers are ground into flour, they may be misclassified under 1106.20, though 0714 remains the primary code for the dried, sliced, or pelletized forms.
Top exporters and importers of HS 071490 (the code used for jerusalem artichokes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 071490 (the code used for jerusalem artichokes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 071490, not only jerusalem artichokes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $69M 35% of world exports
- 2 Ecuador $51M 26% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $13M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $198M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $20M 17% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $13M 11% of world imports
- 3 Spain $7.9M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $118M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for jerusalem artichokes
Brazil classifies jerusalem artichokes under NCM 0714.90.00: HS 0714.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about jerusalem artichokes
What is the HS code for Jerusalem artichokes?
The HS code for Jerusalem artichokes is 071490 (Vegetable roots and tubers; arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes and similar roots and tubers (not manioc, sweet potatoes, yams, taro or yautia), high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, sliced or not, or in pellet form; sago pith). The HS code for Jerusalem artichokes is 0714.90, covering edible roots and tubers with high inulin content.
How do I classify Jerusalem artichokes for customs?
Jerusalem artichokes is classified under HS code 071490 — Vegetable roots and tubers; arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes and similar roots and tubers (not manioc, sweet potatoes, yams, taro or yautia), high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, sliced or not, or in pellet form; sago pith. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are Jerusalem artichokes classified as sunflowers?
No, while they are botanically related to sunflowers, for international trade, the edible tuber is classified as a vegetable under Chapter 7, specifically heading 0714.
Which countries are the top exporters of jerusalem artichokes (HS 071490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 071490 (the code used for jerusalem artichokes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($69M, 35% of world exports), Ecuador ($51M) and Mexico ($13M). World exports came to about $198M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of jerusalem artichokes (HS 071490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 071490 (the code used for jerusalem artichokes) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($20M, 17% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($13M) and Spain ($7.9M). World imports came to about $118M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Jerusalem artichokes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 071490 for Jerusalem artichokes is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for jerusalem artichokes in Brazil?
In Brazil, jerusalem artichokes (HS 071490) is classified under NCM 0714.90.00.