Parboiled Ponni Rice from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
21.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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