Brown Jasmine and Sticky Rice Mix from Canada
A retail blend of husked brown jasmine rice and glutinous (sticky) brown rice, ideal for Asian cuisine. Classified under HTS 1006.20.4080 because it is a mixture of distinct husked brown rice varieties excluded from specific subheadings. The husks have been removed but bran remains intact.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly with varietal mix percentages to support 'mixtures' classification
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming no quarantine pests, common for rice imports
• Avoid common pitfalls like undeclared admixtures leading to duty adjustments