Parboiled Sona Masoori Rice from Japan
Medium-grain Indian Sona Masoori rice parboiled for superior milling yield and flavor retention, semi-milled for light color. Under HTS 1006.30.10 as parboiled milled rice. Staple for South Indian cuisine.
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
• Use supplier affidavits specifying Sona Masoori variety and parboiling method
• Monitor grain length measurements to distinguish from short/medium statistical breaks
• Avoid bulk mixing with non-parboiled to maintain uniform classification