What exactly is taro as a commodity?

Taro is the vegetable root of Colocasia species, classified as a vegetable root and tuber with high starch or inulin content. It is listed under HS code 07144000 as “taro (Colocasia spp.)”.

In what physical forms can taro be supplied?

Taro may be supplied fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried, and can be presented whole, sliced, or processed into pellets.

How should taro be stored to maintain quality?

Fresh taro should be kept chilled, frozen taro must remain frozen, and dried taro can be stored at ambient temperature in a dry environment; all forms should be protected from moisture and physical damage.

Taro

Taro is a vegetable root with high starch or inulin content that is traded fresh, chilled, frozen or dried. It is harvested as the corm of Colocasia species and is classified as a primary raw agricultural product.

Prices, specifications and international trade for taro under HS 071440.

Taro Price

$1,415USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Taro Historical Unit Values

Taro is quoted in USD/t at CHN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Taro Exports and Imports

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Ecuador led reported taro exports in 2025, at $36.4M.

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Taro Facts and HS Code

Taro belongs to fresh vegetables within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 071440.

Taro HS Code

Scientific name	Colocasia spp.
Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Fresh vegetables — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes	071440
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	CHN

Production & Handling

Processing steps for taro include Harvesting and cleaning, Chilling or freezing, Drying, slicing or pelletising.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Ambient
Processing steps	Harvesting and cleaning Chilling or freezing Drying, slicing or pelletising

Packaging

Typical taro packaging includes Fresh taro root, Frozen taro, and Dried taro slices.

Fresh taro root
Whole, unprocessed taro roots sold fresh.
Frozen taro
Taro roots that have been frozen for preservation.
Dried taro slices
Taro roots sliced and dried for longer shelf‑life.

Uses & Risks

Taro uses, related products and documented risks.

Uses and Related Commodities

Leading origins	Cameroon, Chad, China, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Madagascar, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda

Taro Questions

What exactly is taro as a commodity?: Taro is the vegetable root of Colocasia species, classified as a vegetable root and tuber with high starch or inulin content. It is listed under HS code 07144000 as “taro (Colocasia spp.)”.
In what physical forms can taro be supplied?: Taro may be supplied fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried, and can be presented whole, sliced, or processed into pellets.
How should taro be stored to maintain quality?: Fresh taro should be kept chilled, frozen taro must remain frozen, and dried taro can be stored at ambient temperature in a dry environment; all forms should be protected from moisture and physical damage.