Certified Organic Steel Cut Oats from Japan
Oats cut into small pieces with steel blades, retaining their whole grain integrity and certified organic, classified under HTS 1004.90.00.10 as other unprocessed oats. This minimal cutting does not constitute working beyond the raw grain scope.
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
• Include organic certification from approved bodies like those in General Statistical Note 6
• Declare exact variety and origin to avoid quarantine issues common with oat imports
• Watch for moisture content limits to prevent mold claims during customs inspection