Certified Organic White Quinoa
Whole grain white quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) that is certified organic according to USDA or equivalent standards, used as a gluten-free superfood in salads, pilafs, and baking. It falls under HTS 1008.50.0010 as certified organic quinoa, distinct from conventional varieties due to organic production methods without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not certified organic
Non-organic quinoa falls under the residual 'other' subheading within the same quinoa heading.
If dried shelled and intended for sowing
Quinoa seed for planting is classified as dried leguminous vegetables for sowing, not as cereal grain for consumption.
If precooked or otherwise prepared
Prepared or preserved quinoa (e.g., instant or flavored) moves to Chapter 19 for food preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide official organic certification (e.g
• USDA NOP or EU equivalent) matching General Statistical Note 6 standards to qualify under this subheading
• Include phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like quinoa weevils, common for South American imports
• Avoid misclassification as conventional quinoa (1008.50.0020) by clearly labeling and documenting organic status on entry paperwork
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