Pakistani Basmati Super Kernel

Super Kernel Basmati is a premium Pakistani long-grain rice that is semi-milled, polished, and glazed for aromatic cooking properties ideal for biryanis and pilafs. Classified under HTS 1006.30.90.59 due to its status as wholly milled long-grain Basmati rice outside specific varietal exclusions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1006.30Same rate: 35%

If non-Basmati aromatic long-grain

Similar aromatic rice without true Basmati GI status uses adjacent long-grain codes.

1006.30.90Same rate: 35%

If medium or short grain

Grain length determines subheading; Basmati is strictly long-grain.

0713.10.40Same rate: 35%

If dried but not milled

Unmilled rice in the husk falls under Chapter 7 as unmilled rice.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include country-of-origin labeling as 'Product of Pakistan' to meet CBP marking requirements

Test for pesticide residues to comply with FDA import alerts on rice contaminants

Use NAIMA-registered importers for tariff-rate quota eligibility if applicable to Basmati

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