Corn Grits
Corn grits are produced by coarsely grinding whole corn kernels after hulling and degerming, yielding small, irregular particles. These fragments do not meet the sieve specifications for groats or meal of heading 1103, so they are classified as other worked grains of maize under tariff item 1104.23.00.
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 at least 95% by weight passes through a 2 mm sieve
Groats and meal of maize are classified under heading 1103 when they meet the sieve criteria.
If the grits are pre-cooked or otherwise prepared for consumption
Prepared cereal products fall under heading 1904.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that at least 95% of the grits do not pass through a 2 mm sieve to avoid classification as corn meal under heading 1103
• Document the particle size distribution for customs
• If the grits are pre-cooked, consider whether they fall under heading 1904
Related Products under Tariff item 1104.23.00
Corn Flakes Base
Corn flakes base consists of whole corn kernels that have been hulled, cooked, and rolled into flakes before final toasting and sugaring. These rolled grains are classified under tariff item 1104.23.00 as other worked grains of maize, not yet prepared as finished breakfast cereals of heading 1904.
Corn Nubbin Ends
Corn nubbin ends are small broken corn kernels and tips separated during cleaning, minimally worked by hull removal. These fragments are not fine enough to qualify as flour or meal, so they are classified as other worked grains of maize under tariff item 1104.23.00, suitable for feed or industrial use.
Cracked Corn #2 Medium
Cracked corn #2 medium grade consists of corn kernels broken into 2-4 mm pieces after hull removal, commonly used in poultry feed. These pieces do not meet the sieve requirements for groats or meal of heading 1103, so they are classified as other worked grains of maize under tariff item 1104.23.00.
Expanded Corn for Popcorn Precursor
Expanded corn for popcorn precursor consists of kernels specially hulled and conditioned to optimize popcorn expansion without full popping. These hulled kernels maintain their integrity and are classified as other worked grains of maize under tariff item 1104.23.00, as they are not yet prepared for direct consumption.
Flaked Corn for Tortilla Production
Flaked corn for tortilla production is made from nixtamalized corn kernels rolled into thin flakes as an intermediate for masa and tortillas. These rolled grains are classified under tariff item 1104.23.00 as other worked grains of maize, before final grinding into flour.
Hulled Hominy
Hulled hominy is whole corn kernels processed by alkali treatment (lye) to remove hulls and germ, leaving intact kernels for dishes like pozole. These hulled kernels are classified under tariff item 1104.23.00 as other worked grains of maize, as they are not fragmented into groats or meal.