Quinoa Couscous
Couscous-style granules made from white quinoa, processed via steaming like traditional wheat couscous. This novel grain product falls under the tariff item for couscous, as the heading does not restrict the grain base and the processing method is consistent.
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% |
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CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 1901101000–1905909090).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the quinoa couscous is in bulk or packages exceeding 11.34 kg
This alternative covers larger package sizes under the same subheading.
If the product is mixed with other ingredients like vegetables or sauces
Prepared meals or mixed preparations may fall under heading 19.04 for other prepared foods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is not coated with chocolate or cocoa preparations, which would move it to heading 18.06
• Check that the package weight is 11.34 kg or less to use this tariff item
• Prepare documentation showing the steaming process to support classification as couscous
Related Products under Tariff item 1902.40.10
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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.
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
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Large Pearl Toasted Couscous
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Moroccan-Style Fine Couscous
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Organic Couscous
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