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Yellow Butterfly Popcorn Kernels from China

These are small, yellow corn kernels specifically bred for popping into light, fluffy popcorn, classified under HTS 1005.90.4040 as popcorn within the 'other' category of maize. They are harvested and dried for optimal expansion when heated, distinguishing them from field corn or sweet corn.

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

Verify moisture content below 15% to meet agricultural import standards and avoid spoilage during transit

Obtain phytosanitary certificates from the exporting country confirming freedom from pests like corn earworms

Label packages with varietal name and origin to comply with FDA food labeling requirements for grains