Rice and Corn Flour Blend
This is a finely milled mixture of rice flour and corn flour, designed for gluten-free baking. It is classified under tariff item 1102.90.90 as a mixture of cereal flours other than wheat or meslin, meeting the starch and ash content requirements of Chapter 11 for rice and corn.
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 solely rice flour
Rice flour has its own tariff item under heading 11.02; if the blend is not a mixture, this may apply.
If the corn component is in meal form rather than flour
Corn meal falls under heading 11.03 when meeting the sieve criteria of Chapter Note 3.
If the starch or ash content falls outside Chapter 11 limits
Milling residues of cereals not meeting Chapter 11 criteria are classified under heading 23.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the blend meets the Chapter 11 starch content (over 45%) and ash content limits (2% for corn, 1.6% for rice)
• Have documentation ready showing the sieve passage rates, especially for corn (90% through 500 μm)
• Confirm the product is not pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, as that could change classification
Related Products under Tariff item 1102.90.90
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Corn Flour
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