Royal White Quinoa from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide breeder certificates verifying 'royal' strain if challenged; test for heavy metals common in Andean soils; segregate from standard white to avoid commingling penalties