Sushi Wholly Milled Rice from Japan
Medium-grain rice fully milled for sushi preparation, often lightly polished. Falls under HTS 1006.30.90 as 'other' milled rice not specified in prior subheadings.
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
• Declare grain length and milling status precisely, as customs may measure samples for subheading accuracy
• Ensure HACCP plans for food safety if destined for retail; FDA prior notice required
• Avoid common pitfall of undeclared glazing additives, which could trigger reclassification