Yellow Corn Masa Flour from Germany
Alkaline-treated corn flour (nixtamalized) ground to fine consistency, used for authentic tortillas and tamales. Meets HTS 1102.20.00.00 as corn flour despite processing, provided it retains pure cereal flour character without Chapter 19 exclusions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include processing details (nixtamalization) in documentation but confirm it doesn't alter to 'prepared flour' status
• Test for moisture and purity to prevent reclassification; use FDA prior notice for food imports