Semolina Coarse Meal from Japan
Granular wheat meal from durum, coarser than flour but sieved for 1103 compliance, used in couscous bases. 'Other' under 1103.11.00.40.
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
• Durum origin needs varietal certs; coarse vs fine determines 1103 vs 1101
• Avoid metal sieve apertures in testing; use certified labs
• GMO-free claims require testing beyond standard ash/starch