Black Quinoa Grains
Black quinoa grains are a nutrient-dense variety of Chenopodium quinoa, triple-washed and ready for cooking as a rice alternative. Classified under HTS 1008.50.00.90 as 'other' quinoa outside named categories like royal or red. This covers intact, unhulled seeds imported in bulk for food use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically 'royal black' variety
Certain named black quinoa subtypes are enumerated separately in statistical suffixes, requiring precise variety identification.
If pre-cooked or mixed with other ingredients
Pre-cooked quinoa products become prepared foods under Chapter 19, not raw cereals.
If industrial variety not for human consumption
Non-food quinoa seeds for oil extraction or feed classify under Chapter 12 as other seeds.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for bitter saponin levels below 0.1% as required by FDA; provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like quinoa weevils; label country of origin clearly to comply with COOL regulations
Related Products under HTS 1008.50.00.90
Organic White Quinoa
Organic white quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is a gluten-free seed harvested from the Andes region, processed into grains for culinary use. It falls under HTS 1008.50.00.90 as 'other' quinoa, distinct from specific varieties like black or red listed elsewhere in the subheading. This classification applies to cleaned, organic-certified seeds not further processed into flour.
Red Quinoa Seeds
Red quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is a vibrant, high-protein pseudo-cereal seed with a nutty flavor, imported cleaned and polished. It is categorized under HTS 1008.50.00.90 for unspecified quinoa types, encompassing this popular variety not listed in prior statistical breaks.
Tri-Color Quinoa Blend
Tri-color quinoa blend combines white, red, and black varieties of Chenopodium quinoa in equal proportions for visual appeal in salads. Falls under HTS 1008.50.00.90 as 'other' quinoa since blends do not match single-variety statistical categories. Imported as dry, cleaned grains.
Royal White Quinoa
Royal white quinoa is a premium, large-grained variety of Chenopodium quinoa prized for its tenderness and high yield. Classified in HTS 1008.50.00.90 as 'other' since not covered by initial statistical breaks for standard white. Typically imported in 50-lb bags for wholesale.
Saponin-Free Quinoa
Saponin-free quinoa has been water-washed to remove bitter outer coating, making it ready-to-cook Chenopodium quinoa seeds. It qualifies under HTS 1008.50.00.90 for other quinoa, as washing does not constitute hulling or pearling. Popular for retail packaging.
Bulk Peruvian Quinoa
Bulk Peruvian quinoa encompasses mixed varieties of Chenopodium quinoa grown in the Altiplano region, cleaned for export. HTS 1008.50.00.90 applies to this undifferentiated 'other' quinoa not specified by color or type. Shipped in totes for processing.