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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Avoid misclassification as rice (1006) by botanical ID; ensure fumigation for weevils; label varietal name clearly