1005.90.40.60/White Field Corn Kernels/Japan

White Field Corn Kernels from Japan

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 — 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%

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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