1008.90.01.40/Japanese Barnyard Millet/Japan

Japanese Barnyard Millet from Japan

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 — 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%

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Import Tips

• Avoid misclassification as rice (1006) by botanical ID; ensure fumigation for weevils; label varietal name clearly