Hulled Fonio Grains
Pre-hulled fonio grains ready for quick cooking, retaining full bran for nutrition in West African staples like thiakry. Despite being hulled, these grains are not otherwise worked and remain classified under tariff item 1008.40.00 as fonio (Digitaria spp.).
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the grains are rolled, flaked, or otherwise worked
Further processing beyond hulling moves the product to worked grains.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Note that hulled fonio is still classified under this item, but ensure no further processing (e.g
• milling) has occurred
• Provide a product description stating 'hulled, not milled' to avoid misclassification
• Check if the grains are for human consumption, which may require CFIA labeling compliance
Related Products under Tariff item 1008.40.00
Black Fonio Seeds
Unhulled black fonio seeds (Digitaria iburua), a nutrient-dense variety popular in Nigerian cuisine for its earthy flavor in couscous-like dishes. These seeds are in their natural state with grains present, qualifying under tariff item 1008.40.00 as fonio (Digitaria spp.).
Bulk Fonio Cargo
Large shipment of unmilled fonio grains in 50kg bags for wholesale to food processors. This bulk cargo consists of pure fonio (Digitaria spp.) in its natural grain form, directly matching tariff item 1008.40.00.
Fonio for Sprouting
Clean, viable fonio seeds selected for high germination rates in microgreen production or home sprouting kits. These seeds are in their raw, unprocessed state with grains present, falling under tariff item 1008.40.00 as fonio (Digitaria spp.).
Organic White Fonio
Certified organic white fonio grains grown without synthetic pesticides, ideal for health food markets in salads and baking. These unmilled grains of Digitaria spp. are in their natural state, qualifying under tariff item 1008.40.00.
White Fonio Grains
Whole, hulled white fonio grains (Digitaria exilis) harvested from West Africa, used as a gluten-free grain in porridges and salads. These grains are hulled but not otherwise worked, remaining classified under tariff item 1008.40.00 as fonio (Digitaria spp.).