Red Quinoa Seeds from Japan
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.
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
• Ensure invoice specifies 'Chenopodium quinoa' to distinguish from true cereals; maintain chain-of-custody records for organic claims; watch for misdeclaration as buckwheat which shares similar appearance