CWRS Red Spring Wheat Grade 2 14.5% Protein from Japan
Canadian Western Red Spring wheat classified as Grade 2 with a protein content of 14.5% by weight, used primarily for premium bread and baking applications. It falls under HTS 1001.99.0033 due to its specific variety as red spring wheat, Grade 2 quality, and protein exceeding 13.9%. This high-protein durum alternative provides superior gluten strength for commercial milling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain official protein content certification from accredited labs meeting USDA or equivalent standards to verify >13.9% for this subheading
• Ensure Grade 2 designation via inspection certificates documenting test weight, damage, and foreign material limits
• Declare exact variety as red spring wheat; misclassification as durum risks re-assessment under different rates