Parboiled Ponni Rice from Japan
Soft-cooking Ponni rice from Tamil Nadu, parboiled and semi-milled for sticky texture ideal for idlis and dosas. HTS 1006.30.10 applies to its parboiled milled form. Regional favorite in Southern India.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide regional origin docs if claiming specific variety protections
• Conduct moisture tests; parboiled rice typically 13-14% to validate process
• Segregate from glazed Ponni to prevent mis-subheading