Proso Millet Grain
Proso millet (Panicum miliaceum) is a small-seeded annual grass grain used primarily for birdseed, livestock feed, and human consumption in gluten-free products. It falls under HTS 1008.29.00.00 as 'other' millet, distinct from sorghum millet in heading 1007. This classification covers unmilled, whole grains imported in bulk.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as sorghum grain
Sorghum (milo) falls under heading 1007, while proso is specifically 'other millet' in 1008.
If processed into screenings or middlings for feed
Bran, sharps, and other residues from milling millet shift to Chapter 23 as cereal by-products.
If dried and shelled for human consumption
Dried leguminous vegetables like certain dried millets may classify under Chapter 7 if prepared differently.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity standards (e.g
• free from weeds, other seeds) as per USDA import regulations to avoid quarantines
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country confirming no pests or diseases affecting U.S. agriculture
• Declare moisture content accurately; levels above 13% may trigger additional drying or rejection at port
Related Products under HTS 1008.29.00.00
Pearl Millet Seeds
Pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum) grains are drought-resistant cereal seeds grown in arid regions for food, fodder, and bird feed. Classified under HTS 1008.29.00.00 as 'other' millet, this covers raw, uncleaned seeds not fitting specific subheadings.
Finger Millet Grains
Finger millet (Eleusine coracana), also known as ragi, is a nutritious cereal grain rich in calcium, imported for health foods and porridges. It is classified under HTS 1008.29.00.00 as 'other' millet, encompassing unmilled grains.
Foxtail Millet Whole Seeds
Foxtail millet (Setaria italica) is an ancient grain used in Asian cuisines and birdseed mixes, imported in whole seed form. HTS 1008.29.00.00 covers this as 'other' millet excluding canary seed.
Japanese Barnyard Millet
Japanese barnyard millet (Echinochloa esculenta) is a fast-growing cereal grain used in traditional Japanese dishes and gluten-free baking. It qualifies under HTS 1008.29.00.00 as 'other' millet grains.
Certified Organic Proso Millet
Organic proso millet meets USDA NOP standards for pesticide-free cultivation, imported for premium health food markets. Classified as HTS 1008.29.00.00 'other' millet with statistical note for certified organic tracking.
Bulk Millet for Birdseed
Mixed or single-variety millet grains packaged for wild bird feeding stations, primarily proso and pearl types. HTS 1008.29.00.00 applies to unmilled 'other' millet imported in bulk.