Calrose Medium Grain Brown Rice from Mexico
Calrose is a popular medium grain rice variety with grains approximately 5.8-6.2mm long, husked but retaining the bran layer, classifying it as brown rice under HTS 1006.20.4040. It is widely used in sushi, risotto, and sticky rice dishes due to its plump texture when cooked.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country confirming the rice is free from pests and diseases like Khapra beetle
• Verify entry under TRQ if applicable; non-quota imports face higher duties—check USDA Foreign Agricultural Service for current allocations
• Label accurately as 'brown rice' and include milling degree; mislabeling as white rice can lead to reclassification and penalties