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White Field Corn Kernels from Germany

Dried white maize kernels used for animal feed, flour milling, or masa production in Latin American cuisine. This product is categorized under HTS 1005.90.40.60 as other non-seed, non-durum corn varieties.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Label moisture content accurately (typically under 15%) to comply with FDA import standards and prevent mold issues

Include commercial invoice specifying end-use (e.g

feed vs food) to avoid duties under preferential programs like USMCA

Test for aflatoxin levels below 20 ppb as required by most importers to pass customs inspection