Rice Straw Bales from Japan
Unprepared rice straw baled for mulch or biofuel feedstock. Fits HTS 1213.00.00.00 as cereal straw, pressed but not otherwise processed.
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
• Bales must be dry; high moisture risks silage classification
• Silica content docs help for industrial buyer verification
• Eco-certifications boost market but don't affect tariff