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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If common wheat blended
Blends exceeding durum purity standards classify as other wheat under 1001.99.
If explicitly labeled as prime quality above Grade 1
Statistical suffixes distinguish ultra-premium from standard Grade 1 durum.
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
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