Dark Rye Flour from Japan
High-extraction dark rye flour from whole rye kernels, qualifying under HTS 1102.90.27.00 with starch content over 80% and ash not exceeding 3%. Perfect for pumpernickel and heavy rye breads.
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
• Test ash content post-mineral deduction; higher natural ash in dark flours risks 2302 reclassification
• Declare exact milling process to CBP; stone-ground vs roller affects perceived value but not HTS
• For bulk imports, use ventilated containers to prevent moisture-induced clumping