Italian Hard Durum Wheat
Italian Hard Durum Wheat from Puglia and Sicily offers superior gluten quality for authentic semolina pasta. It is classified under HTS 1001.19.00.69 as other durum wheat, excluding seed and U.S.-specific varieties like Desert King or Desert Queen. Bulk shipments support U.S. pasta manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with soft wheat
Wheat mixtures not qualifying as durum fall under other wheat and meslin in 1001.91.
If pre-ground into semolina
Semolina from durum wheat is wheat flour under Chapter 11, not raw grain.
If frozen
Frozen durum wheat grains are classified as dried vegetables/legumes of Chapter 7.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure EU origin certificates and test for mycotoxins like deoxynivalenol per FDA limits
• Declare protein and vitreousness levels in commercial invoices for accurate duty assessment
• Avoid common pitfall of mixing with soft wheat, which could reclassify under 1001.91
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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.
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.
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
Certified organic durum wheat grown without synthetic pesticides meets USDA NOP standards for organic pasta production. Falls under HTS 1001.19.00.69 as other durum wheat, with statistical note tracking for approved organic certification. Requires organic equivalence determination for non-U.S. origins.
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.