Organic Brown Basmati and Jasmine Rice Blend from Japan
This is a mixture of certified organic husked brown basmati and jasmine rice varieties, packaged for retail sale. It falls under HTS 1006.20.4080 as it is a blend of different husked brown rice types not separately classified elsewhere in the subheading. The product retains the bran layer, qualifying as brown rice.
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
• Verify organic certification complies with General Statistical Note 6 and provide supporting documentation like USDA NOP certificates
• Ensure the mixture ratio is documented to avoid reclassification as a single variety
• Declare exact composition to prevent penalties for misdescription of rice types