Broken Basmati Rice

Broken grains of Basmati rice resulting from milling, typically fragments less than three-quarters of the whole grain length. Classified under HTS 1006.40.00.00 as broken rice, distinct from whole rice in headings 1006.10 to 1006.30.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1006.30Lower: 21.2% vs 35%

If whole or head rice, not broken

Whole Basmati rice grains over three-quarters length classify under semi-milled or wholly milled rice headings.

1102.90.20.00Same rate: 35%

If further processed into rice flour

Milled into flour or meal shifts to Chapter 11 for cereal flours, not raw broken rice.

0713.10.40Same rate: 35%

If dried and prepared for animal feed

Broken rice intended solely for animal consumption falls under Chapter 7 as prepared legume/cereal products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify moisture content below 14% to meet phytosanitary standards and avoid rejection at customs

Obtain fumigation certificate if shipped in containers to prevent pest infestations

Label accurately as 'broken rice' to prevent misclassification as whole rice with different duties