Food Grade Oat Groats from Canada
Food grade oat groats are whole oat kernels with hulls removed, classified under HTS 1004.90.00 as other oats when minimally processed. Used as base for instant oatmeal.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice for all food-grade grain imports
• Maintain chain of custody documentation from farm to port
• Test for mycotoxins common in oat storage