Australian Durum Wheat
Australian Durum Wheat from regions like New South Wales is prized for its golden color and semolina yield, ideal for Italian-style pasta and couscous. Classified under HTS 1001.19.00.69 as 'other' durum wheat not specified as seed or particular U.S. varieties. This covers bulk imports for milling into semolina.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If genetically modified
GMO durum wheat may fall under 'other wheat' in 1001.99 if it doesn't meet pure durum botanical criteria.
If for planting purposes
Classification shifts to seed category when imported specifically for agricultural sowing.
If processed into bran
Durum wheat bran separated during milling is classified as cereal bran under Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Comply with USDA APHIS import requirements including inspection for Tilletia controversa (dwarf bunt)
• Use ventilated containers to maintain grain quality during long sea voyages from Australia
• Include mill test reports showing protein content (typically 12-14%) for buyer verification
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Canadian Amber Durum Wheat
Canadian Amber Durum Wheat is a high-quality hard durum wheat variety grown primarily in Canada, used for premium pasta production due to its high protein content and gluten strength. It falls under HTS 1001.19.00.69 as 'other' durum wheat excluding seed and specific U.S. varieties like Langdon or Skagit 110a. This classification applies to imported durum wheat not meeting seed or enumerated variety criteria.
Italian Hard Durum Wheat
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North Dakota Yantar Durum Wheat
Yantar Durum Wheat grown in North Dakota is a modern variety selected for high yield and pasta quality, exported back to the U.S. after processing abroad. Falls under HTS 1001.19.00.69 as other durum wheat, specifically excluding named varieties like Langdon. Used primarily for premium spaghetti production.
Mexican Durum Wheat
Durum wheat cultivated in Mexico's Sonora region provides excellent yellow semolina color for noodle production. Classified HTS 1001.19.00.69 for other durum excluding seed and listed varieties. Imports support U.S. manufacturers of Mexican-style pasta products.
Certified Organic Durum Wheat
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Argentinian Durum Wheat
Durum wheat from Argentina's Pampas region offers competitive pricing for semolina milling. HTS 1001.19.00.69 covers this as other durum wheat not seed or specific varieties. Popular for budget pasta production in the U.S.