Egg Couscous from Japan
Small, granular uncooked pasta made exclusively with eggs and durum semolina, steamed traditionally. Classifies to HTS 1902.11.20 as egg pasta, not prepared further. North African staple.
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 certify granule size and egg integration for tariff match
• Avoid moisture exposure to prevent premature steaming
• Pair with Chapter 19 prior notice filings