Glutinous Rice Flour from Japan
Sticky rice (Oryza sativa var. glutinosa) milled into fine flour, qualifying under rice flour specs with high starch and low ash. Used in mochi, dumplings, and gluten-free recipes. HTS 1102.90.2500 covers all rice flours regardless of variety.
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%
Import Tips
• Specify rice variety on commercial invoice; glutinous types must still pass standard starch/ash tests
• Obtain Certificate of Analysis for amylose content if marketing as 'sticky' to support labeling claims
• Ensure moisture below 14% to avoid mold issues during ocean transit