Grade 1 Red Spring Wheat (14.5% Protein)

High-protein red spring wheat classified as Grade 1 under Canadian standards, with protein content exceeding 13.9% by weight, primarily used for premium bread baking. It falls under HTS 1001.99.0018 due to its specific variety, grade, and elevated protein level distinguishing it from lower-protein wheats. This classification ensures accurate tariff application for import duties on this specialty grain.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1001.91.00.00Lower: 20.3% vs 35%

If protein content is 13.9% or less

Lower protein red spring wheat shifts to HTS 1001.91 for durum wheat or other high-protein but under-threshold varieties.

1001.99.00Same rate: 35%

If classified as dark northern spring wheat instead of red spring

Varietal differences like color and growing region (e.g., US Northern Plains) move it to other spring wheat subheadings.

1101.00.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as wheat flour rather than whole grain

Milled or processed into flour changes classification from Chapter 10 grains to Chapter 11 products of milling.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify protein content via certified lab analysis (e.g

NIR testing) and include certificates in documentation to match HTS 1001.99.00.18 criteria

Provide official grading certificates from exporting country (e.g

Canadian Grain Commission) to avoid reclassification to lower-protein codes

Watch for common pitfalls like moisture content exceeding 14.5%, which could trigger quality disputes or quota restrictions