Hulled Hominy from Germany
Hulled hominy is whole corn kernels processed by alkali treatment (lye) to remove hulls and germ, leaving intact kernels for traditional dishes like pozole. Falls under HTS 1104.23.00.00 as hulled corn grains not finely fragmented per heading 1103 sieve definitions. Distinct from nixtamalized masa due to whole kernel form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document alkali treatment process to distinguish from simple pearled corn; FDA prior notice required for corn products
• Avoid moisture over 15% to prevent mold during ocean transit
• Specify 'food grade' on commercial invoice