Rice Grits from Japan
Coarse rice groats made by cracking rice kernels, with 95%+ passing 1.25mm sieve per heading 1103 definition. Used in porridges, cereals, and brewing adjuncts. Qualifies under rice-specific milling criteria excluding roasted substitutes.
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
• Provide particle size analysis certificate confirming groats definition; ensure no added flavors pushing to Chapter 21; label as 'pure rice groats' to prevent 1904 misclassification