Quinoa Groats from Japan
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 — 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
• 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