Vietnamese Jasmine 85 Rice from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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