Pakistani Basmati Polished Rice from Japan
Aged Pakistani Basmati rice, long-grain, wholly milled and polished to enhance aroma, popular in biryani dishes. HTS 1006.30.9061 covers this as other long-grain milled rice.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Age declaration on invoices; older Basmati may qualify for premium pricing but same HTS
• Pest inspection critical; weevils common pitfall leading to rejection
• Harmonize descriptions across shipping docs to prevent disputes