Bulk Saponin-Free Quinoa from Mexico
Saponin-free quinoa has been washed and processed to remove bitter outer coating while remaining unmilled whole grain Chenopodium quinoa. Still classified under HTS 1008.50.00 as cleaning does not constitute milling; distinguishes from Chapter 11 worked grains. Ideal for direct consumer packaging.
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
• Provide processing records proving washing only (no abrasion/milling); comply with FSMA Foreign Supplier Verification Program; monitor for post-harvest mycotoxin development