Bomba Medium Grain Rice
Bomba rice is a premium medium grain variety prized for its high absorption in paella, expanding significantly without breaking. Semi-milled and glazed for even cooking, it is classified in HTS 1006.30.9065 as other medium grain milled rice. Primarily imported from Spain for gourmet markets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If aromatic (e.g., Basmati-like)
Certain aromatic medium grains may fall under specific other medium grain subcategories.
If pre-cooked or processed into bulgur-like
Prepared rice foods move to Chapter 19 for milled rice that has undergone further cooking.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab analysis reports confirming medium grain length and absence of broken kernels exceeding limits
• Ensure EU origin certificates for traceability, as Bomba is PDO-protected in some regions
• Avoid common pitfalls like moisture content over 14%, which can trigger FDA rejection
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