Brown Basmati and Arborio Rice Mixture from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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