Basmati Rice Flour
Premium flour milled from aged Basmati rice, finely ground to meet the starch and ash content thresholds for rice flour under Chapter 11. This aromatic variety is classified as rice flour under tariff item 1102.90.20, distinct from wheat or meslin flours. Used in Indian flatbreads and baby foods.
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 product is mixed with other flours or additives
Mixtures of cereal flours not elsewhere specified fall under the 'Other' item in the same subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the flour meets Chapter 11 starch (over 45%) and ash (not over 1.6%) content limits for rice flour
• Declare the product as rice flour under 1102.90.20.00; if packaged in units under 1 kg, note that packaging weight is included for duty calculation
Related Products under Tariff item 1102.90.20
Brown Rice Flour
Flour ground from whole brown rice kernels, retaining the bran layer but processed to meet Chapter 11 starch (over 45%) and ash (not over 1.6%) thresholds for rice flour. Classified under tariff item 1102.90.20 as rice flour, not wheat or meslin. Ideal for nutritious gluten-free breads and thickeners.
Glutinous Rice Flour
Sticky rice (Oryza sativa var. glutinosa) milled into fine flour, qualifying under rice flour specifications with high starch and low ash content. Classified under tariff item 1102.90.20 as rice flour, separate from wheat or meslin flours. Used in mochi, dumplings, and gluten-free recipes.
Jasmine Rice Flour
Flour derived from fragrant Jasmine rice variety, processed to meet Chapter 11 specifications for rice flour, including starch over 45% and ash under 1.6%. Classified under tariff item 1102.90.20 as rice flour, not wheat or meslin. Popular in Thai desserts and coatings.
Organic White Rice Flour
Finely milled flour from polished white rice grains, meeting starch content over 45% and ash under 1.6% per Chapter 11 for rice flour classification. Falls under tariff item 1102.90.20 as rice flour, distinct from wheat or meslin. Used primarily in gluten-free baking and Asian cuisine.
Rice Flour
Rice flour is a finely milled powder produced from white rice grains, commonly used in gluten-free baking, as a thickener for sauces, and in various Asian culinary preparations. It falls under this tariff item as a cereal flour other than wheat or meslin, specifically classified as rice flour, meeting the starch and ash content requirements of Chapter 11.
Sweet Rice Flour
Fine powder from short-grain sweet rice, meeting rice flour criteria in Chapter 11 with appropriate starch and ash levels. Classified under tariff item 1102.90.20 as rice flour, not wheat or meslin. Common in Japanese wagashi sweets and noodles.