Italian Macaroni from China

Uncooked elbow macaroni produced exclusively from durum semolina in Italy, an EU member state. Classified under HTS 1902.19.20.30 for uncooked, unstuffed pasta that is 'other' and exclusively pasta from the EU. It aligns with chapter notes excluding only stuffed or prepared varieties.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Provide detailed production records proving exclusive pasta composition and EU origin to customs

Test for moisture content to confirm uncooked status, as excess may trigger reclassification

Use ISF filing early for pasta shipments to prevent delays at US ports