Taraori Basmati Brown Rice from Japan
Taraori Basmati, also known as HBC-19, is a husked brown rice variety from India's Haryana region, prized for its exceptional elongation and nutty flavor. Classified under HTS 1006.20.20.90 as 'other' Basmati brown rice since it's not one of the principal US-named varieties. It remains in husked form with intact bran for health benefits.
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
• Obtain varietal purity certificates from Indian agricultural bodies; watch for moisture content limits to prevent mold claims
• Label as 'brown rice' to avoid confusion with white varieties during customs inspection