Organic White Rice Flour
Finely milled flour from polished white rice grains, meeting the starch and ash content thresholds for rice flour under Chapter 11. Used primarily in gluten-free baking and Asian cuisine.
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 of white rice flour with other cereal flours are classified as 'Other'.
If the rice is pre-cooked or further processed
Further processing may move the product to heading 11.04.
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
• Confirm the flour is not a pharmaceutical product, which would be excluded under Chapter 11 note 1(e)
• Keep records of the milling process to show compliance with starch and ash limits
• For packages ≤1 kg, include packaging weight in duty calculations
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