Quinoa Groats from Canada
Quinoa groats are hulled, fragmented pseudocereal grains classified as 'other cereals' in HTS 1103.19.90, passing 1.25mm sieve with appropriate starch/ash. Premium gluten-free superfood.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Quinoa as pseudocereal still 'other cereals'; confirm saponin removal process
• High value triggers more CBP exams; perfect documentation essential
• White/red/black varieties same code; declare varietal purity