Yellow Butterfly Popcorn Kernels from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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