Fine Couscous Semolina
Extra-fine couscous granules made from wheat semolina, ideal for desserts or light dishes. This product is prepared couscous, falling under the tariff item for couscous in packages not exceeding 11.34 kg, as it is a processed cereal preparation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the couscous is imported in bulk or in packages exceeding 11.34 kg
This sibling tariff item covers couscous in larger packages, with a different duty rate.
If the product is pre-cooked and requires only reheating
Prepared cereal products that are further processed may fall under heading 19.04 for prepared foods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the package weight does not exceed 11.34 kg to qualify for this tariff item
• Declare the product as prepared couscous, not raw semolina, to avoid misclassification
• Keep supplier documentation showing the grain base and processing method
Related Products under Tariff item 1902.40.10
Gluten-Free Couscous
Gluten-free couscous made from corn or rice semolina, processed identically to wheat-based couscous. This product qualifies as couscous under the tariff item, as the heading covers all couscous preparations regardless of the grain base.
Instant Couscous
Instant couscous, pre-steamed and quick-cooking, rehydrates in minutes with hot water. This prepared form of couscous from wheat semolina is classified under heading 19.02 as couscous, and in packages not exceeding 11.34 kg, it falls under this tariff item.
Large Pearl Toasted Couscous
Large pearl toasted couscous, oversized granules with a nutty roasted flavor, used in salads and pilafs. As a prepared couscous product, it falls under heading 19.02, and in consumer-sized packages, it is covered by this tariff item.
Moroccan-Style Fine Couscous
Moroccan-style fine couscous, traditional fine-grind semolina granules from North Africa. This iconic couscous preparation is classified under heading 19.02, and in packages of 11.34 kg or less, it falls under this tariff item.
Organic Couscous
Organic couscous made from certified organic durum wheat semolina, processed without synthetic pesticides. As a plain prepared couscous, it falls under heading 19.02, and in retail packages, it is covered by this tariff item.
Pearl Couscous (Israeli Couscous)
Pearl couscous, also known as Israeli couscous, consists of toasted pasta pearls made from wheat semolina, larger than Moroccan couscous. This product is classified as couscous under heading 19.02, and in packages not exceeding 11.34 kg, it falls under this tariff item.