Organic Degermed Cornmeal from Japan
Organic cornmeal produced from degermed kernels meeting 2mm sieve and Chapter 11 chemical specs for HTS 1103.13.00.20. Germ removal lowers fat content for longer shelf life.
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
• Organic status secondary to HTS; milling specs determine primary classification
• Germ content <1% typical; excessive germ risks 1104 reclassification
• EU organic equivalence certificates streamline US import clearance