1008.90.01/Amaranth Grain/Japan

Amaranth Grain from Japan

Amaranth (Amaranthus spp.) seeds are tiny gluten-free grains used in porridge, flour, and snacks, cultivated worldwide. HTS 1008.90.01 covers it as 'other cereals' due to its culinary use as a staple grain similar to millet.

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

• Provide lab tests for purity and moisture content; label fiber content accurately for FDA compliance; avoid bulk packaging overlimits that trigger different vessel duties