Organic Buckwheat Flour from Canada
Finely milled flour derived from buckwheat grains (Fagopyrum esculentum), meeting Chapter 11 starch and ash content requirements for cereal flours. Classified under HTS 1102.90.20.00 as buckwheat flour, distinct from wheat or meslin flours in 1101. Used primarily for gluten-free baking like pancakes and soba noodles.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify starch content exceeds 80% and ash under 4% via modified Ewers method to confirm Chapter 11 classification over 2302
• Provide mill test certificates documenting sieve passage (95% through 1.25mm for non-corn) and gluten-free status for FDA compliance
• Avoid misclassification as prepared flour (1901) by ensuring no additives like sugars or leavening agents