Quinoa Flake Cereal
> Prepared flakes from swelled quinoa grains, used as a hot cereal. Although quinoa is not a true cereal, it is treated as a cereal product for tariff purposes, and this prepared food falls under tariff item 1904.20.41 when packaged in 454 g or less.
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
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 package weight exceeds 454 g
This item covers other prepared cereal foods in larger packages.
If the quinoa flakes are not primarily barley-based and exceed the weight limit
This item applies to other cereal preparations outside the specific criteria.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Confirm that quinoa is classified as a cereal for tariff purposes; provide supporting documentation to CBSA
• Ensure the package weight is 454 g or less and the product is free of meat or fish to stay in Chapter 19
• Label the product as a breakfast cereal to avoid misclassification