Distiller's Unroasted Corn Malt from Japan
Unroasted malt from sprouted corn (maize), used in whiskey production. Classifies in HTS 1107.10.00.00 as not roasted malt, starch ≥90% passing 500 micron sieve.
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
• Confirm 90% passage through 500 micron sieve per note (B) for corn
• Provide germination records to distinguish from 1103 corn meal
• Avoid pharma exclusion if adjuncts added (Chapter 30)