Parboiled Rice Grits from Japan
Groats from parboiled rice kernels fragmented to 95%+ 1.25mm passage, retaining steamed nutrients. Used in quick-cooking cereals and industrial food processing. Properly classified as rice groats excluding flaked forms.
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
• Include parboiling process description proving no cooking/additives; sieve test mandatory for groats status; prevent confusion with instant rice (1904)