California-Grown Jasmine Brown Rice from Mexico
US-grown Jasmine brown rice mimics Thai varieties through selective breeding, husked for domestic and export markets. Still classified under HTS 1006.20.4025 for long-grain Jasmine characteristics regardless of origin. Lower tariff benefits apply to qualifying USMCA imports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Leverage USMCA certificates for California production to claim preferential duty rates
• Include variety registration documents proving Jasmine genetics
• Avoid commingling with imported Thai rice in same container to maintain origin purity