Grade 1 Desert Durum Wheat (California)

Grade 1 durum wheat cultivated in California's Imperial Valley, known as Desert Durum for its adaptability to arid conditions and excellent gluten strength for couscous and pasta. HTS 1001.19.00.51 applies to this U.S.-origin durum meeting Grade 1 parameters for purity and yield.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1001.99.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If common wheat blended

Blends exceeding durum purity standards classify as other wheat under 1001.99.

1001.19.00Same rate: 17.5%

If explicitly labeled as prime quality above Grade 1

Statistical suffixes distinguish ultra-premium from standard Grade 1 durum.

1103.19Higher: 19% vs 17.5%

If ground into groats

Groats, meal, or pellets of durum wheat are classified in Chapter 11.

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Import Tips & Compliance

For re-imports, maintain prior export docs and FDA prior notice if processed abroad

California wheat may require state origin certificates; check for varietal purity declarations

Monitor dust levels during loading to stay within Grade 1 foreign material thresholds