Steel-Cut Rolled Barley from Japan
Steel-cut rolled barley combines partial cutting with rolling of hulled barley grains, creating a coarse flake texture for hearty oatmeal substitutes. Classified in HTS 1104.19.10.00 as rolled barley grains otherwise worked, excluding those refined to pearl barley standards. The rolling process alters grain structure without fine milling.
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
• Submit sieve analysis reports proving not qualifying for 1103 groats definition
• Label clearly as food-grade to prevent feed classification
• Check for GMO status declaration if from certain origins