Arborio Polished Rice from China
Short-grain Arborio rice, wholly milled and polished for risotto, with a starchy texture. It qualifies for HTS 1006.30.90 as 'other' semi- or wholly milled rice, not fitting principal long or medium grain categories.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include milling and polishing process details in commercial invoice to prevent misclassification as rough rice
• Test for arsenic levels, as short-grain rice can accumulate higher levels; FDA may require sampling
• Use proper fumigation declarations if shipped in bulk containers to comply with APHIS regulations