Quinoa Groats from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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