Ponni Paddy Rice from Japan
Ponni paddy rice is a Tamil Nadu variety of medium-slender grain rice in the husk, classified as paddy under HTS 1006.10.00.00. It's semi-aromatic and soft-cooking. Harvested and shipped rough for local milling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for milling recovery percentage; declare as non-glutinous; ensure gunny bags meet fumigation standards