Medium Grain Paddy Rice from China
Medium grain paddy rice in the husk is classified under HTS 1006.10.00.00 as rough rice, ideal for sushi or sticky rice production after milling. Grains are shorter and wider than long grain varieties. Commonly sourced from California or Asia.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Fumigate with phosphine if weevils detected pre-shipment; label packages with grain length specs; apply for TRQ if exceeding base quota limits