Koshihikari Medium Grain Brown Rice from Mexico
Koshihikari brown rice from Japan is a premium short-to-medium grain type, husked with bran intact, classified in HTS 1006.20.4040 for medium grain husked rice. It's the gold standard for sushi due to its sticky texture.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Japanese rice often requires APHIS import permit due to regional pest risks—apply via ePermits
• Batch-test for heavy metals like cadmium, common in Asian paddy soils, per FDA guidance