Hulled Buckwheat Kernels
Buckwheat kernels with the outer hull removed. Although hulling is a form of working, the product is still buckwheat in seed form and is not excluded by Chapter Note 1(B), which only excludes grains that are hulled or otherwise worked, except rice. However, since the note excludes hulled grains generally, this product may not qualify under Chapter 10 unless it is considered minimally processed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the buckwheat has been hulled and is considered worked
Hulled grains, other than rice, are excluded from Chapter 10 and may fall under worked cereals in Chapter 11.
If the hulled kernels are prepared or preserved by cooking or other methods
Prepared or preserved cereal products fall under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Be aware that hulling may exclude the product from Chapter 10 under Note 1(B), which excludes hulled grains
• Consult CBSA for a ruling if uncertain
• If classified under Chapter 10, ensure the grains are present and no further processing has occurred
Related Products under Tariff item 1008.10.00
Bulk Buckwheat for Animal Feed
Bulk buckwheat grains intended for animal feed, presented in raw, unmilled form. The grains are present and unworked, meeting the requirements of Chapter 10 for classification as buckwheat, regardless of end use.
Cleaned Buckwheat for Export
Buckwheat seeds that have been cleaned to remove impurities, but remain in whole grain form. Cleaning does not constitute 'working' under Chapter 10, so the product stays classified as buckwheat in heading 10.08.
Common Buckwheat Varietal Grain
Common buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) seeds in their natural, unmilled state. This variety is the standard for food production and meets the definition of buckwheat under heading 10.08, with grains present and unworked.
Gluten-Free Buckwheat Grain
Buckwheat grains certified gluten-free, presented in raw seed form. The gluten-free status does not affect classification; the product remains buckwheat under heading 10.08 as long as the grains are present and unworked.
Japanese Sobagaki Buckwheat
Premium buckwheat variety from Japan, imported as whole seeds for soba noodle production. The product is unmilled and unworked, with grains present, so it falls under tariff item 1008.10.00 as buckwheat.
Organic Buckwheat Seeds
Certified organic buckwheat seeds, suitable for planting or food use, in unmilled form. Organic certification does not change the tariff classification; the product is buckwheat under heading 10.08 as long as grains are present and unworked.