Flaked Barley for Brewing from Japan
Flaked barley is pre-gelatinized rolled barley used in beer production to boost fermentables without mashing. HTS 1104.19.10.00 covers these rolled/flaked barley grains as otherwise worked cereals, distinct from milled flours. Processing involves rolling to expose starches while retaining flake form.
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
• Include end-use statement for brewing adjuncts to support classification
• Ensure moisture content documentation prevents spoilage claims
• Comply with FDA food facility registration for processing