Bomba Medium Grain Rice from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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