Black Hulless Popcorn Kernels
Hulless black popcorn kernels pop into tender bites with minimal hull residue, fitting HTS 1005.90.4040 as specialty popcorn maize. Bred for gourmet snacking with dark pericarp that disappears on popping.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If waxy maize variety
Waxy corn with high amylopectin content has distinct subheading even for popcorn.
If used for ornamental dried corn stalks
Dried foliage and moss-like corn products shift to Chapter 6 for live trees and ornamentals.
If processed into popped fruit preparations
Popped corn in mixtures becomes a fruit/nut preparation under Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct varietal purity tests (>99%) to distinguish from decorative corn hybrids
• Use nitrogen-flushed bags for bulk imports to maintain viability up to 2 years
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