Hulled Hominy from Japan
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 — 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
• 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