glutinous Rice Meal from Mexico
Finely milled sticky/glutinous rice meeting 95% 1.25mm sieve test for rice meal classification in 1103.19. Popular in mochi, dumplings, and desserts. Adheres to Chapter 11 starch (>80%) and low ash requirements for pure rice products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from common rice via varietal documentation; test for modified starch content affecting texture; avoid packaging suggesting prepared food (Chapter 19/21 risk)