Bulk Yellow Dent Maize for Ethanol from China
Bulk yellow dent maize specifically sourced for ethanol fermentation, with high starch content and yellow kernel dent structure. HTS 1005.90.20 covers this industrial corn variety, separate from Chapter 7 sweet corn. Imported in large volumes for biofuel plants.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify end-use in import docs for potential duty relief under biofuel programs
• Conduct starch content assays to validate against lower-grade corns
• Ensure railcar or barge cleaning records to avoid residue contamination claims