Paddy Wild Rice from Japan
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.
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
• Grade per US Standards for Wild Rice (e.g
• dockage <2%) and include inspection certificate
• Declare hull content accurately, as high paddy levels may trigger weight-based duties
• Avoid misdeclaration as rice paddy (1006.10) by specifying Zizania botanical name