Organic White Quinoa from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA or equivalent organic certification documentation per General Statistical Note 6 to qualify for organic labeling; verify purity levels above 99.9% to prevent contamination claims; declare exact moisture content (typically under 13%) on entry documents