Black Quinoa Grains from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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