Italian Amber Durum Wheat from Germany
Amber durum wheat from Italy features a golden bran and high protein content, prized for premium pasta and couscous. Classified under HTS 1001.19.00 as other durum wheat not for seed, it undergoes strict quality controls for amber color and vitreousness. This variety excels in semolina yields over 70%.
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
• Verify fumigation treatment records to meet USDA quarantine rules for wheat from Europe
• Label shipments with variety name and grade (e.g
• Class I) per international grain standards
• Watch for misdeclaration as soft wheat, which could lead to incorrect duty assessment