Meslin Mixed Wheat Rye Grain from Japan
Meslin is a traditional mix of wheat and rye grains grown together for animal feed and rustic breads. Classified under HTS 1001.99.00 as other wheat/meslin not durum. Common in European agriculture.
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%
Import Tips
• Document exact wheat-rye ratio (over 50% wheat) to confirm meslin status under Chapter 10
• Separate from pure rye shipments to avoid Chapter 1002 reclassification
• Use ventilated containers to manage respiration rates in bulk meslin