Mexican Durum Wheat from Japan

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 — 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

• 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