Sorghum Flakes Roasted
Roasted sorghum flakes are made by swelling and roasting sorghum grain, then flattening it into flakes for use in cereals or gluten-free food blends. This preparation goes beyond the grain forms of Chapter 10 or 11, qualifying as a prepared food under heading 19.04. When packaged in weights not exceeding 454 g, it is classified under tariff item 1904.10.41 as a breakfast cereal from a non-maize grain.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | — | 4% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sorghum flakes are packaged in weights exceeding 454 g
This item covers other barley-based prepared foods over the access commitment, but can apply to other grains when the small-package condition is not met.
If the product is used in animal feed blends
This residual item covers other prepared foods obtained by swelling or roasting of cereals, but animal feed may fall under heading 23.09 if specially prepared.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the sorghum flakes are packaged for retail sale in containers of 454 g or less to qualify for this tariff item
• Ensure the sorghum has been swollen or roasted, as unprocessed sorghum falls under Chapter 10
• Provide evidence of the roasting process to CBSA to support classification under heading 19.04
Related Products under Tariff item 1904.10.41
Buckwheat Puffs
Buckwheat puffs are produced by swelling and roasting buckwheat groats, transforming them into light, puffed cereal pieces suitable for breakfast or snacking. Although buckwheat is a pseudo-cereal, it is classified under heading 19.04 as a prepared food obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereal products. These puffs fall under tariff item 1904.10.41 when packaged in quantities not exceeding 454 g, as a breakfast cereal made from a non-maize grain.
Millet Puffed Cereal
Puffed millet cereal is made by swelling and roasting millet grains, resulting in a light, crunchy product often used as a breakfast cereal or healthy snack. This preparation goes beyond the groats of Chapter 11, qualifying as a prepared food under heading 19.04. When packaged in weights not exceeding 454 g, it is classified under tariff item 1904.10.41 as a breakfast cereal from a non-maize grain.
Roasted Barley Flakes
Roasted barley flakes are hulled barley grains that have been rolled and kiln-roasted to develop a nutty flavor, making them ready for consumption as a cereal or for use in baking. This product is prepared beyond the groats or flakes of Chapter 11, falling under heading 19.04 as a prepared food obtained by the roasting of cereals. It is specifically classified under tariff item 1904.10.41 as a breakfast cereal in packages not exceeding 454 g, made from barley.
Roasted Rye Flakes
Roasted rye flakes are produced by swelling and roasting rye grains, then rolling them into flakes for use in hearty cereals or as a base for porridge and baking. This processing exceeds the simple working of grains in Chapter 10 or 11, placing the product under heading 19.04 as a prepared food. When sold in packages of 454 g or less, it falls under tariff item 1904.10.41 as a breakfast cereal made from rye.
Spelt Puffs
Spelt puffs are made by swelling and roasting spelt grains, an ancient wheat variety, into light puffed cereal pieces. This processing transforms the grain beyond the forms of Chapter 10 or 11, making it a prepared food under heading 19.04. When sold in packages of 454 g or less, it falls under tariff item 1904.10.41 as a breakfast cereal from a non-maize grain.
Swelled Amaranth Grain
Swelled amaranth grain is produced by puffing amaranth seeds through swelling and roasting, resulting in tiny, crunchy puffs ideal for breakfast cereals or snacks. Although amaranth is a pseudo-cereal, it is classified under heading 19.04 as a prepared food obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereal products. When packaged in weights not exceeding 454 g, it falls under tariff item 1904.10.41 as a breakfast cereal from a non-maize grain.