Rye Pellets for Rye Bread Production
Pelletized rye meal used in artisan bread production and distilling adjuncts. These pellets meet the Chapter 11 criteria for rye, with starch content exceeding 45% and ash content not exceeding 2.5%, and at least 95% passing through a 1.25 mm sieve.
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 pellets are mixed with other cereals
Rye pellets mixed with other grains are classified under the residual item.
If the rye is malted and roasted
Roasted malt, even in pellet form, falls under heading 11.07, not 11.03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the rye pellets meet the starch (>45%) and ash (≤2.5%) content requirements for rye
• Keep sieve analysis records showing 95% passage through a 1.25 mm sieve
• Ensure the pellets are not roasted or otherwise processed to avoid exclusion from Chapter 11
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