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Light Rye Flour from Japan

Sifted light rye flour with lower bran content, strictly meeting HTS 1102.90.27.00 criteria for rye flour via starch and ash parameters. Commonly used in delicate Scandinavian pastries.

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

Maintain separation from wheat flours during storage/shipping to prevent contamination claims

Include country-of-origin certificates; EU rye flours often qualify for preferential tariffs

Watch for FDA import alerts on pesticide residues common in Eastern European rye