Gluten-Free Bulgur Wheat Alternative from Sorghum
A gluten-free bulgur wheat alternative made from sorghum, processed by roasting and cracking to mimic the texture and use of traditional bulgur. It is a prepared cereal product, pre-cooked and not elsewhere specified, falling under the tariff item for other bulgur wheat in packages not exceeding 11.34 kg.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product contains 25% or more by weight of wheat
This alternative applies to bulgur wheat with significant wheat content, which is subject to a tariff-rate quota.
If imported in bulk or packages exceeding 11.34 kg
Bulk shipments of bulgur wheat are classified under a different tariff item with separate duty rates.
If the product is puffed or otherwise swollen rather than roasted
Prepared foods obtained by swelling of cereals are classified under a distinct heading.
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
• Ensure the product is packaged in retail-sized packages of 11.34 kg or less to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify that the sorghum has been pre-cooked or otherwise processed beyond simple milling, as raw grains fall under Chapter 10
• Keep supplier documentation showing the roasting and cracking process to support classification
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