Chapter 1006 — Customs Tariff Headings

1006.20.00Husked (brown) rice

1006.30.00Semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed

1006.40.00Broken rice

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Products classified under Tariff item 10.06

Basmati Paddy Rice

Basmati paddy rice is a premium long-grain aromatic rice in its rough form, with the husk intact, as harvested. It is classified under tariff item 1006.10.00 as rice in the husk (paddy or rough), and requires milling to remove the husk before consumption. Its distinctive fragrance and elongation during cooking make it a sought-after variety for specialty markets.

Calrose Paddy Rice

Calrose paddy rice is a medium-short grain variety imported with the husk intact, classified under tariff item 1006.10.00 as rice in the husk (paddy or rough). It is known for its versatility and high yield when milled into popular table rice. The rough form ensures it remains within the scope of this heading, as grains are present and unworked.

IR64 Paddy Rice

IR64 paddy rice is a high-yielding hybrid variety imported in its rough form with the husk intact, falling under tariff item 1006.10.00 as rice in the husk (paddy or rough). It is widely grown in Asia for its disease resistance and grain quality, serving as a standard for staple rice markets. The unprocessed state aligns with the chapter's requirement that grains be present and unworked.

Jasmine Paddy Rice

Jasmine paddy rice is an aromatic long-grain variety harvested with the husk intact, classified under tariff item 1006.10.00 as rice in the husk (paddy or rough). It requires milling to remove the husk before consumption, and its unprocessed state ensures it falls within this heading. The grains are present and unworked, meeting the chapter's legal notes.

Long Grain Paddy Rice

Long grain paddy rice consists of unhusked grains that are longer than they are broad, imported as rough rice under tariff item 1006.10.00. It is the primary form for bulk rice processing worldwide, suitable for producing white rice and other end products after milling. The grains are present and unworked, aligning with the chapter's classification requirements.

Medium Grain Paddy Rice

Medium grain paddy rice in the husk is classified under tariff item 1006.10.00 as rough rice, ideal for sushi or sticky rice production after milling. The grains are shorter and wider than long grain varieties, and the unprocessed state with husk intact meets the chapter's requirements. It is commonly sourced for specialized culinary applications.

Parboiled Paddy Rice

Parboiled paddy rice undergoes partial boiling in the husk before drying, but remains classified under tariff item 1006.10.00 as rice in the husk (paddy or rough) if the husk is intact. This process gelatinizes the starch for better milling yield and nutrient retention. The grains are still present and unworked beyond the parboiling, which does not exclude it from this heading.

Ponni Paddy Rice

Ponni paddy rice is a Tamil Nadu variety of medium-slender grain rice in the husk, classified as paddy under tariff item 1006.10.00. It is semi-aromatic and soft-cooking, harvested and shipped rough for local milling. The unprocessed state with husk intact ensures it falls within this heading, as grains are present and unworked.

Short Grain Paddy Rice

Short grain paddy rice, with plump rounded grains in the husk, is classified as paddy rice under tariff item 1006.10.00. It is used for risotto, paella, or Japanese varieties after processing, with high amylose content affecting cooking texture. The unhusked state meets the chapter's requirement that grains be present and unworked.

Sona Masoori Paddy Rice

Sona Masoori paddy rice is a thin long-grain white rice variety in rough husk form, classified under tariff item 1006.10.00 as rice in the husk (paddy or rough). Originating from India, it is lightweight and aromatic, ideal for South Indian cuisine after milling. The unprocessed state with husk intact ensures it falls within this heading.

1121 Sella Basmati Brown Rice

Sella Basmati brown rice is husked rice that has undergone partial parboiling, leaving the bran intact and giving the grains a golden hue. It retains its aromatic properties and has a longer shelf life than raw brown rice. This product qualifies under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, with the bran layer still present and no further processing beyond husking.

Aromatic Himalayan Basmati Brown Rice

Aromatic Himalayan Basmati Brown Rice is husked (brown) rice from the Himalayan region, retaining its natural bran layer and signature fragrance. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled or further processed. The intact bran and aromatic properties make it a premium choice for health-conscious consumers.

Aromatic Long-Grain Brown Jasmine Rice

Aromatic Long-Grain Brown Jasmine Rice is a husked rice variety with a signature pandan-like fragrance, sold in bulk 50 lb bags. The grains retain their bran layer and are not polished, meeting the definition of husked (brown) rice under tariff item 1006.20.00. The aromatic quality does not alter classification, which depends on the degree of processing.

Basmati Brown Rice

Basmati brown rice is a premium long-grain husked rice with the bran intact, known for its nutty flavor and elongated grains upon cooking. It is not further processed beyond husking, making it a husked (brown) rice product. This item is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it retains its bran and has not been hulled or worked.

Black Japonica Brown Rice

Black Japonica Brown Rice is a long-grain specialty rice with a dark bran layer, husked to retain its anthocyanin-rich outer layer. The intact bran and absence of polishing place it under tariff item 1006.20.00 for husked (brown) rice. Its antioxidant properties and sweet flavor make it popular for sushi and salads, but classification depends on processing, not nutritional value.

Brown Basmati Rice

Brown basmati rice retains its full bran layer after husking, classifying it as husked (brown) rice. It elongates dramatically when cooked and is eligible for protected geographical indication status. This product falls under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it is not further processed beyond husking.

Brown Basmati Rice 1121

Brown Basmati Rice 1121 is a premium husked rice variety from India with extra-long grains (up to 8.3 mm uncooked) and an intact bran layer. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it is not hulled or otherwise worked beyond husking. The Pusa variety's superior elongation when cooked does not affect its tariff classification.

Brown Wild Rice

Brown wild rice, though technically a grass seed, is tariffed as husked rice and retains its dark bran layer with a chewy texture. It is primarily sourced from Minnesota and Canada. This product is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been hulled or further worked.

California Brown Rice

California brown rice is a medium-grain variety grown in the United States, husked only, with a chewy texture and mild flavor. It retains its bran layer, making it a husked (brown) rice product. This item is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it is not further processed beyond husking.

California Grown Basmati Brown Rice

California Grown Basmati Brown Rice is husked brown basmati rice cultivated in California's Sacramento Valley, meeting international basmati grain standards. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it retains its bran layer and has not been milled. The product offers a local alternative with authentic basmati characteristics.

California-Grown Jasmine Brown Rice

California-Grown Jasmine Brown Rice is a husked rice variety developed through selective breeding to mimic Thai Jasmine characteristics, with grains retaining their bran. Despite its origin, it is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as classification is based on processing, not geographical origin. The long-grain profile and intact bran make it suitable for various culinary uses.

California Long Grain Brown Rice

California Long Grain Brown Rice is a domestically grown husked rice with grains longer than 6.35 mm, retaining its bran layer. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as hulling removes only the inedible outer husk while preserving the bran. The long-grain profile makes it suitable for a variety of culinary applications.

Certified Organic 1509 Basmati Brown Rice Wholesale

Certified Organic 1509 Basmati Brown Rice Wholesale is a Basmati 1509 variety, husked brown and certified organic, offering quick cooking and superb scent. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product is distinguished by its basmati designation, organic status, and brown (husked) condition without further milling.

Certified Organic Basmati Brown Rice 10 lb Bag

Certified Organic Basmati Brown Rice 10 lb Bag is husked brown basmati rice certified organic, retaining its bran layer for nutty flavor and higher nutrition. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product meets certified organic standards and is distinct from milled white varieties.

Certified Organic Dehraduni Basmati Brown Rice Bulk

Certified Organic Dehraduni Basmati Brown Rice Bulk is a premium Dehraduni variety basmati rice, husked to brown form and certified organic, known for its elongated grains and aromatic profile. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product is distinguished by its basmati type, husked state, and organic certification.

Certified Organic Pusa Basmati 1121 Brown Rice

Certified Organic Pusa Basmati 1121 Brown Rice is a popular long-grain basmati variety, husked to brown rice and certified organic for purity. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product is distinguished by its exceptional length and organic certification.

Certified Organic Super Basmati Brown Rice Retail Pack

Certified Organic Super Basmati Brown Rice Retail Pack is Super Basmati brown rice, certified organic and husked, celebrated for its superior yield and flavor. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product meets basmati criteria, organic standards, and remains in brown form.

Certified Organic Taraori Basmati Brown Rice 5 kg Pack

Certified Organic Taraori Basmati Brown Rice 5 kg Pack is Taraori basmati, prized for its bold aroma, supplied as certified organic brown rice after husking. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product preserves natural bran for fiber-rich meals and meets organic standards.

Certified Organic Traditional Basmati Brown Rice

Certified Organic Traditional Basmati Brown Rice is traditional basmati strains husked to brown rice and certified organic, embodying authentic Indian/Pakistani heritage grains. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product is certified organic and excludes sweet corn per chapter notes.

Dehraduni Basmati Brown Rice

Dehraduni Basmati brown rice is a premium husked rice variety from the Himalayan foothills of India, known for its long, slender grains and distinctive aroma. It retains its bran layer after husking, making it a husked (brown) rice product. This item is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as it has not been hulled or further worked beyond husking.

Extra Long Grain Basmati Brown Rice

Extra Long Grain Basmati Brown Rice is husked extra-long grain basmati rice, prized for perfect separation when cooked. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled or polished. The product is farmed in optimal Indo-Gangetic plains and retains its natural bran layer.

Hybrid 386 Basmati Brown Rice

Hybrid 386 Basmati brown rice is a husked rice variety developed in Punjab, offering high yields and the characteristic Basmati aroma. It retains its bran layer after husking, classifying it as husked (brown) rice. This product falls under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it is not further processed beyond husking.

Indian Dehraduni Basmati Brown Rice

Indian Dehraduni Basmati Brown Rice is a premium Dehraduni variety of basmati rice, husked but brown, known for elongated grains and aromatic fragrance. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product is sourced from Himalayan foothills and retains its natural bran layer.

Jasmine Brown Rice

Jasmine brown rice is a long-grain aromatic variety of husked rice that retains its bran layer, classifying it as husked (brown) rice. It is not parboiled or further processed, making it an 'other' brown rice product. This item falls under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it has not been hulled or worked.

Karnataka Pontiya Basmati Brown Rice

Karnataka Pontiya Basmati brown rice is a regional Indian husked rice with traditional Basmati traits, including a long grain and aromatic scent. It is husked but retains its bran, making it a husked (brown) rice product. This item is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it has not been hulled or further worked.

Long Grain Brown Rice

Long grain brown rice is husked but unpolished, retaining the nutrient-rich bran layer, and is commonly used in health foods and bulk supply. Grains measure over 6.0 mm in length, and the product is not further processed. This item is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice.

Long Grain Brown Rice Cargo

Long Grain Brown Rice Cargo is a bulk husked commodity rice standardized for industrial food processing, with consistent long-grain length and intact bran. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it undergoes only hulling to remove the inedible outer husk. The product ships in 50 kg bags for wholesale distribution.

Organic Basmati Brown Rice

Organic Basmati Brown Rice is husked brown basmati rice certified organic, retaining its bran layer for nutty flavor and higher nutrition. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product is grown using organic farming practices and is distinct from milled white varieties.

Organic Jasmine Brown Rice

Certified organic jasmine brown rice is husked aromatic rice with the bran layer intact, grown without synthetic pesticides per approved standards. It is popular in health food markets and is not further processed beyond husking. This product falls under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice.

Pakistani Super Basmati Brown Rice

Pakistani Super Basmati Brown Rice is a Super Basmati brown rice from Pakistan, husked with intact bran for wholesomeness and texture. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product features high yield and disease resistance, and is a premium basmati prior to polishing.

PK 386 Basmati Brown Rice

PK 386 Basmati is a Pakistani husked brown rice variety known for its disease resistance and fragrance, commonly used in biryani preparations. It retains its bran layer after husking, classifying it as husked (brown) rice. This product falls under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it is not further processed beyond husking.

Premium Aged Basmati Brown Rice

Premium Aged Basmati Brown Rice is husked brown basmati rice aged for enhanced flavor development post-harvest. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as aging does not constitute milling. The product remains in its husked state with the bran intact, valued in gourmet cooking.

Ranbir Basmati Brown Rice

Ranbir Basmati is a high-yielding husked brown rice variety from Jammu & Kashmir, noted for its fragrance and resistance to lodging. It retains its bran layer after husking, making it a husked (brown) rice product. This item is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it has not been hulled or further worked.

Red Cargo Brown Rice

Red Cargo Brown Rice is a robust husked rice variety with a distinctive red bran layer, originating from Thailand and typically exported in bulk. The intact bran and absence of polishing keep it within the scope of tariff item 1006.20.00, which covers husked (brown) rice. Its firm texture and ability to hold shape during cooking make it popular for both retail and food service use.

Short Grain Brown Rice

Short Grain Brown Rice is a husked rice variety with plump grains shorter than 5.2 mm, retaining its bran layer for a chewy texture ideal for sushi and sticky rice dishes. As it is not hulled or otherwise worked beyond husking, it qualifies under tariff item 1006.20.00 for husked (brown) rice. The intact bran distinguishes it from milled rice in the same chapter.

Super Basmati Brown Rice

Super Basmati is a Pakistani-developed husked brown rice variety known for its bold flavor and long grains, widely exported. It retains its bran layer after husking, classifying it as husked (brown) rice. This product falls under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it is not further processed beyond husking.

Taraori Basmati Brown Rice

Taraori Basmati, also known as HBC-19, is a husked brown rice variety from India's Haryana region, prized for its exceptional elongation and nutty flavor. It retains its bran layer after husking, making it a husked (brown) rice product. This item is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00, as it has not been hulled or further worked.

Thai Hom Mali Brown Jasmine Rice

Thai Hom Mali Brown Jasmine Rice is a premium aromatic rice variety, husked but unpolished, with a protected geographical indication for its fragrance. The intact bran and lack of further processing qualify it under tariff item 1006.20.00 for husked (brown) rice. Its GI status does not influence tariff classification, which is based solely on the product's physical state.

Traditional 1121 Basmati Brown Rice

Traditional 1121 Basmati Brown Rice is Pusa 1121 basmati rice, husked brown, famous for extra-long slender grains that elongate on cooking. It is classified under tariff item 1006.20.00 as husked (brown) rice, as it has not been milled. The product is an elite basmati type before any milling, popular in premium export markets.

Wehani Brown Rice

Wehani Brown Rice is a heirloom variety with a red-tinged bran layer, husked but unpolished, and known for its aromatic, popcorn-like scent when cooked. The intact bran and lack of further processing place it squarely under tariff item 1006.20.00 for husked (brown) rice. Its specialty gourmet status does not affect classification, which is based solely on the degree of processing.

Arborio Polished Rice

Short-grain Arborio rice, wholly milled and polished for risotto, with a starchy texture, classified under tariff item 1006.30.00. This product is semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed, and is not parboiled.

Basmati Wholly Milled Rice

Premium Basmati rice fully milled to remove husk, bran, and germ, often polished for a shiny appearance, classified under tariff item 1006.30.00. This product is wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed, and is not parboiled.

Brown Jasmine Semi-Milled Rice

Nutrient-rich semi-milled Jasmine rice retaining partial bran layer, classified under tariff item 1006.30.00. This product is semi-milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed, and is not parboiled.

California Calrose Medium Grain Rice

US-grown Calrose rice, wholly milled and suitable for multiple cuisines, classified under tariff item 1006.30.00. This product is semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed, and is not parboiled.

Converted Parboiled Long Grain Rice

Converted parboiled long grain rice is a brand-name style rice that has been parboiled under pressure to improve grain separation and cooking quality. It is wholly milled, meaning the husk, bran, and germ have been removed, and it falls under tariff item 1006.30.00 as semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed.

Golden Parboiled Rice

Golden Parboiled Rice is rice that has been soaked, steamed, and dried before milling, which gives it a golden tint and helps retain nutrients. It is semi-milled, meaning some bran remains, and falls under tariff item 1006.30.00 as semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed. The parboiling process does not remove it from this classification.

IR64 Parboiled Long Grain Rice

IR64 parboiled long grain rice is a high-yielding variety that has been parboiled and milled to long grain specifications, popular in Southeast Asian cuisine. It is wholly milled and falls under tariff item 1006.30.00 as semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed.

Organic Parboiled Brown Rice Mixture

Organic parboiled brown rice mixture is a certified organic blend of parboiled brown rice from multiple sources, semi-milled with bran partially intact. It falls under tariff item 1006.30.00 as semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed.

Organic Parboiled Long-Grain Mix

Organic parboiled long-grain mix is a certified organic blend of parboiled long-grain rice varieties, semi-milled for health-conscious consumers. It falls under tariff item 1006.30.00 as semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed.