Expanded Corn for Popcorn Precursor from Japan
Expanded corn precursor kernels specially hulled and conditioned for optimal popcorn expansion without full popping. HTS 1104.23.00.00 as hulled worked corn maintaining kernel integrity. High amylose varieties preferred.
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
• Expansion volume test certificates prove special processing
• Moisture precisely 13.5% optimal for duty-free expansion claims
• Seed corn phytosanitary requirements may apply