Orville Redenbacher Gourmet Popping Corn from Japan
Branded gourmet yellow popcorn kernels from Orville Redenbacher, optimized for home popping machines, classified as popcorn under HTS 1005.90.4040. These kernels ensure minimal unpopped rate due to selective breeding.
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
• Provide supplier certificates of analysis showing protein content around 10-12% typical for popcorn
• Register with USDA APHIS for prior notification of maize imports regardless of quantity
• Watch for reclassification risk if kernels are oversized, resembling field corn