Brown Basmati and Arborio Rice Mixture from Japan
A gourmet blend of husked brown basmati and short-grain brown arborio rice for risotto and pilafs. Falls under HTS 1006.20.4080 for mixtures of husked brown rice not fitting other descriptions. Bran layer preserved for nutritional value.
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
• Provide lab analysis if challenged on varietal purity or mixture ratios
• Ensure packaging prevents moisture to avoid mold claims at entry
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as parboiled leading to wrong heading