Mexican Durum Wheat from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Secure NAFTA/USMCA certificates if eligible for preferential duty treatment
• Test for ergot contamination common in some Mexican growing areas
• Use proper bagging to prevent contamination during overland transport