Red Quinoa Seeds from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
11.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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