Broken Arborio Rice from Germany
Broken short-grain Arborio rice for risotto production, valued for starch release despite fragments. HTS 1006.40.00.00 for broken rice excludes sweet corn per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for risotto-specific absorption index if quality disputed
• Declare Italian origin for potential GSP duty reductions
• Avoid bulk bags; use 20kg retail sacks for risotto market