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