Broken Arborio Rice from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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