What is the import duty on Sweet potatoes in Sri Lanka?

The import duty on Sweet potatoes (HS 0714.20) in Sri Lanka is 20% Customs Duty plus 18% VAT, and may include PAL, CESS, Excise duty, SSCL and SCL. Use the duty calculator on this page for a full breakdown based on your CIF value.

Sri Lanka HS Code

0714.20

Sweet potatoes

Q: What is HS code 0714.20 in Sri Lanka?

HS code 0714.20 covers Sweet potatoes under Chapter 7 (Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers) of the Sri Lanka Customs National Imports Tariff Guide 2026.

Chapter 7 · Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers

07.14Manioc, 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.

Updated 16 May 2026 · 2026 Sri Lanka Customs Tariff

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HS code 0714.20 covers sweet potatoes under Chapter 07 (Edible vegetables and certain roots and tubers) of the Sri Lanka Customs National Imports Tariff Guide 2026 edition.

All rates

General Duty (CID)	20%
PAL (General)	Ex
PAL (SAFTA)	Exempt
Cess	25% or Rs.180/= per kg
Excise / SPD	Exempt
SCL	Exempt
SSCL	2.5%
VAT	18%

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