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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.1%+35.0%36.1%
🇲🇽Mexico1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇨🇦Canada1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇩🇪Germany1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇯🇵Japan1.1%+10.0%11.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

1005.90Lower: 10% vs 36.1%

If includes significant maize contamination

Contaminated lots with corn may reclassify under maize heading 1005.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 36.1%

If rejected for food use and diverted to feed

Screenings or off-spec quinoa becomes animal feed preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use nitrogen-flushed bags to prevent mold during ocean transit; declare harvest year for traceability; prepare for CBP exams on purity and foreign matter

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.

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.

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.