Cornmeal (Fine Grind) from Japan
Fine cornmeal from degermed corn where ≥95% passes 2mm sieve qualifies as corn meal under 1103.13.00. Used for cornbread, tortillas, and polenta. Meets precise particle size and starch content requirements of Chapter 11.
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
• Require manufacturer's sieve analysis certificate (95% thru 2mm); test starch via Ewers method
• Common pitfall: confusing with 1102 corn flour—check particle size