Ranbir Basmati Brown Rice from Japan
Ranbir Basmati is a high-yielding husked brown rice variety developed in Jammu & Kashmir, noted for its fragrance and resistance to lodging. It qualifies under HTS 1006.20.20.90 for other Basmati husked rice, as it's not specifically enumerated in US tariff descriptions. The brown form preserves vitamins and fiber.
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
• Comply with USDA rice import quotas if applicable; provide lab tests for pesticide residues common in South Asian rice
• Use proper ventilated packaging to maintain quality during ocean freight