Glutinous Rice Flour
Sticky rice (Oryza sativa var. glutinosa) milled into fine flour, qualifying as rice flour with high starch and low ash content. Commonly used in mochi, dumplings, and gluten-free recipes.
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 blended with other flours
Mixtures containing glutinous rice flour and other cereal flours are classified as 'Other'.
If the flour is incorporated into a prepared baking mix
Prepared mixes containing flour fall under heading 19.01.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the starch content exceeds 45% and ash is below 1.6% on a dry weight basis
• Include the packaging weight in the declared value for duty if packages are ≤1 kg
• Prepare documentation showing the flour is not a pharmaceutical or cosmetic preparation
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