Vietnamese Jasmine 85 Rice from Japan
Jasmine 85 is a high-quality Vietnamese long-grain rice, wholly milled and polished, prized for its jasmine-like aroma and sticky texture ideal for Asian dishes. Classified under HTS 1006.30.90.57 as it fits the Jasmine subcategory of semi-milled or milled long-grain rice.
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
• Include lab analysis confirming grain length and broken grain percentage (<5% for premium Jasmine)
• Comply with USDA fumigation requirements for rice imports; provide phytosanitary certificates
• Declare exact milling process (parboiled vs straight milled) to avoid misclassification