1001.99.00.55/Canadian Western Red Winter Wheat CWRS 13.5% Protein/Japan

Canadian Western Red Winter Wheat CWRS 13.5% Protein from Japan

This is a high-quality variety of Canadian western red winter wheat classified under HTS 1001.99.0055 due to its specific breeding for winter hardiness and red kernel color, primarily grown in the Prairie provinces. It is used for milling into premium bread flour with strong gluten properties. The statistical suffix identifies it distinctly from other wheat types like spring wheat.

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

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Import Tips

• Obtain a Canadian Grain Commission inspection certificate verifying grade, protein content, and varietal purity to meet U.S. import standards

• Ensure phytosanitary certificate from CFIA confirming freedom from pests like Fusarium head blight, common in wheat shipments

• Declare exact protein percentage and test weight on entry documents; misdeclaration can lead to reclassification or penalties