Japanese Barnyard Millet from Germany
Japanese barnyard millet (Echinochloa esculenta) is a traditional cereal used in rice substitutes and porridges. It qualifies under HTS 1008.90.01.40 as 'other cereals,' separate from paddy rice or millets in 1005. Imported whole for Asian markets.
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
• Avoid misclassification as rice (1006) by botanical ID; ensure fumigation for weevils; label varietal name clearly