1001.19.00.53/Grade 2 Amber Durum Wheat/Japan

Grade 2 Amber Durum Wheat from Japan

Amber durum wheat classified as Grade 2 under U.S. standards, featuring a test weight of at least 57 pounds per bushel, maximum 2% total damage, and no more than 0.5% foreign material. This hard wheat variety is primarily used for milling into semolina for pasta production. It falls under HTS 1001.19.0053 due to its durum type, non-seed status, and specific Grade 2 quality metrics.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Obtain official grade certificates from USDA-accredited inspectors to verify Grade 2 compliance, including test weight, damage, and moisture levels under 14.5%

• Ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm freedom from pests like wheat scab or khapra beetle to avoid quarantine holds at U.S. ports

• Declare exact protein content (typically 12-14%) on entry documents, as discrepancies can lead to reclassification or penalties