Fine Yellow Cornmeal from Japan
Fine yellow cornmeal is produced by grinding degermed corn kernels into a powder where at least 95% passes through a 2mm sieve, classifying it as cornmeal under HTS 1103.13.00.20. It is a staple for baking cornbread and Southern dishes.
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
• Verify at least 95% passes 2mm sieve and meets Chapter 11 starch (>80%) & ash (<2.5%) limits to avoid reclassification to 2302
• Provide mill test certificates documenting sieve analysis and dry product composition
• Label clearly as 'cornmeal' distinguishing from coarser grits to prevent customs disputes