Manomin Wild Rice
Manomin, the Ojibwe name for wild rice (Zizania spp.), is hand-harvested from Great Lakes regions and parched traditionally. Classified under HTS 1008.90.01.20 as wild rice within other cereals, it remains unhusked or lightly processed. Its cultural significance supports premium pricing in ethnic food markets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If harvested with hulls intact as seeds for sowing
Seeds of a kind used for sowing shift to Chapter 12 for agricultural seeds.
If dried and hulled like other cereal grains
Dried and wholly milled cereals without husks classify under 0713 if not specifically wild rice.
If cooked and preserved in water or oil
Prepared or preserved wild rice becomes a fruit/vegetable preparation in Chapter 20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include harvest location documentation, as Canadian imports from Manitoba require specific CFIA export certifications
• Label accurately as 'wild rice' without varietal confusion to avoid reclassification during CBP examination
• Monitor for foreign matter limits (e.g
• weed seeds <1%) per Federal Grain Inspection Service standards
Related Products under HTS 1008.90.01.20
Zizania palustris Wild Rice
Zizania palustris, commonly known as northern wild rice, is a native aquatic grass grain harvested from lakes in North America. It falls under HTS 1008.90.01.20 as 'wild rice' per the HTS hierarchy for other cereals including wild rice, distinct from cultivated rice in Chapter 10. This unprocessed grain is used in gourmet dishes for its nutty flavor.
California Wild Rice
California wild rice (Zizania texana or cultivated strains) is grown in Sacramento Valley paddies, mimicking natural lake conditions. It is explicitly under HTS 1008.90.01.20 as 'wild rice' despite cultivation, per HTS definition excluding only sweet corn. The grain offers a chewy texture ideal for salads.
Paddy Wild Rice
Paddy wild rice refers to unhusked Zizania grains harvested directly from paddies, retaining outer glumes. HTS 1008.90.01.20 covers it as wild rice in its natural state within the 'other cereals' category. Importers process it further to remove debris for culinary use.
Organic Wild Rice
Certified organic wild rice (Zizania aquatica) is grown without synthetic pesticides in approved wetlands. It qualifies under HTS 1008.90.01.20 as wild rice, with statistical notes referencing organic standards. Popular in health food sectors for high protein content.