Black Hulless Popcorn Kernels from Canada
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.
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
• 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