Flaked Oats for Brewing from Japan
Torrefied and flaked oats used in craft beer adjuncts, adding body to stouts and hazy IPAs. Under HTS 1104.12.00 as flaked grains of oats for food/brew use; industrial particle size. Distinct from malt or feed products.
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
• Specify end-use documentation for brewing to avoid feed classification; verify no enzymes
• Pitfall: high moisture content leading to spoilage claims at entry