Australian Durum Wheat from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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