Pearl Barley from China
Pearl barley is barley grain that has been hulled, polished, and pearled to remove the bran layer, resulting in a smooth, oval-shaped kernel used primarily in soups and stews. It falls under HTS 1003.90.40 as other barley that is not malt, seed for sowing, or hull-less varieties. This processing distinguishes it from unmilled barley but keeps it classified within the barley heading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify moisture content does not exceed 14% to avoid reclassification as unfit for sowing under heading 1003.10
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from quarantine pests, as barley is subject to USDA APHIS inspections
• Label accurately as 'pearled' to prevent disputes over milling degree; include country of origin for traceability