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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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