Red Quinoa Seeds
Red quinoa seeds (Chenopodium quinoa) are a high-protein pseudo-cereal, cleaned and polished for culinary use. They are classified under 1008.50.00 as quinoa, since polishing does not constitute hulling or other working that would exclude them from Chapter 10.
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 seeds are mixed with other grains
Blends of different cereals are classified under 'other cereals'.
If the seeds are hulled or further processed
Hulled or worked grains fall under processed cereal products.
If the quinoa is prepared or preserved in a manner beyond cleaning
Prepared food products are classified in Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Polish or clean the seeds without hulling to maintain classification under 1008.50.00
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential duty under a free trade agreement
• Verify that the product is free of saponins or declare if saponin removal was done, as this may affect processing status
Related Products under Tariff item 1008.50.00
Black Quinoa Grains
Black quinoa grains are a nutrient-dense variety of Chenopodium quinoa, triple-washed and ready for cooking. As unmilled whole grain, it is classified under tariff item 1008.50.00.
Black Quinoa Seeds
Black quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) with dark grains, known for its nutty flavor and high antioxidant content. This unmilled, unprocessed grain falls under tariff item 1008.50.00 as it is a variety of quinoa, not hulled or otherwise worked.
Bulk Peruvian Quinoa
Bulk Peruvian quinoa encompasses mixed varieties of Chenopodium quinoa grown in the Altiplano region, cleaned for export. As unmilled whole grain, it falls under tariff item 1008.50.00.
Bulk Saponin-Free Quinoa
Saponin-free quinoa that has been washed to remove the bitter outer coating, but remains whole grain and unmilled. This processing does not constitute hulling or working, so it stays under tariff item 1008.50.00.
Certified Organic Baby Quinoa
Baby quinoa consists of smaller Chenopodium quinoa grains harvested early, offering a tender texture. As an unmilled whole grain, it qualifies under tariff item 1008.50.00.
Certified Organic Black Quinoa
Certified organic black quinoa is a rare variety known for its crunchy texture and high fiber. As unmilled organic quinoa, it falls under tariff item 1008.50.00.