Rice Flour Gluten-Free Baking Base from Japan
Blended rice flour and tapioca starch preparation for gluten-free muffins and cookies in commercial bakeries. Classified in HTS 1901.90.91.95 as a food preparation of flour and starch not put up for retail. Provides structure without wheat gluten.
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
• Certify gluten-free status and composition to differentiate from Chapter 11 rice flour
• Maintain bulk packaging to qualify for 1901 industrial rates vs retail 2106
• Watch for any legume flour additions that could shift to 1106-based preparations