Parboiled Basmati Rice from China
Long-grain Basmati rice that undergoes parboiling, a process where the rice is soaked, steamed, and dried before milling to retain nutrients and improve texture. Classified under HTS 1006.30.10 as semi-milled or wholly milled parboiled rice. It has a distinctive aroma and is popular in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify parboiling certification through processing records, as it must be steamed prior to milling to qualify under 1006.30.10
• Provide lab analysis or supplier declarations confirming semi-milled or wholly milled status and parboiled treatment
• Avoid classifying as non-parboiled rice (1006.30.20) to prevent duty reassessment; watch for moisture content exceeding limits