Quick Flake Oats from Japan
Quick flake oats are lightly rolled thinner than standard for faster cooking while remaining minimally processed. Classified HTS 1104.12.00.90 as 'other' flaked oats, they avoid 1904 by lacking preparation like toasting. Sieve tests confirm non-milling status per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from 'instant' via no pre-cooking; lab reports essential
• Monitor flake thickness; too fine risks 1103 reclassification
• Bulk import in 25kg bags; smaller packs may face higher scrutiny