1008.90.01/Kañiwa Seeds/Japan

Kañiwa Seeds from Japan

Kañiwa (Chenopodium pallidicaule), a close relative of quinoa, is a smaller-seeded Andean pseudocereal valued for its complete protein. It is imported under HTS 1008.90.01 as 'other cereals' for its direct use as a cooked grain.

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

• Secure varietal certificates to distinguish from quinoa; comply with APHIS import permits for novel grains; track Andean Trade Promotion preferences for duty savings