Quinoa Groats from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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