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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried and shelled for milling but not as finished cereal
Dried leguminous vegetables or cereal preparations in Chapter 7 apply if processed beyond raw grain state.
If pre-cooked or puffed as ready-to-eat
Prepared foods from cereals like puffed wild rice fall under Chapter 19 for manufactured products.
If blended with rice and sold as rice mixture
Mixtures with common rice may classify under rice heading 1006 if wild rice content is minor.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify botanical identity as Zizania species via certificates of analysis to confirm classification as wild rice, not sweet corn excluded by Chapter notes
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates to meet USDA APHIS requirements for cereal grains, preventing quarantine issues at entry
• Check for pesticide residue compliance under FDA import alerts, as wild rice can accumulate environmental contaminants
Related Products under HTS 1008.90.01.20
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.
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.