Roasted Wheat Malt from Japan
Roasted wheat malt undergoes controlled roasting to impart caramel and nutty notes, used in specialty beers and breads. Classified in HTS 1107.20.00.00 for its roasted character, meeting wheat's Chapter 11 starch (>80%) and ash (≤2.5%) thresholds.
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
• Lab test for starch content using modified Ewers method to confirm Chapter 11 eligibility
• Label clearly as 'roasted malt for brewing' to prevent confusion with 0901 coffee substitutes
• Check particle size; if <45% passes 500μm sieve, may shift to 1103 pelleted form