Bomba Medium Grain Rice from Japan
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.
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
• 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