Orecchiette Pasta from Japan
Small ear-shaped uncooked pasta from durum semolina, hand-formed style, non-EU origin. Fits HTS 1902.19.20.90 as unstuffed, uncooked pasta exclusively. Popular in Southern Italian cuisine with broccoli.
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
• Provide lab tests confirming no stuffing residues
• Accurate shape description prevents misclass as gnocchi
• Common issue: origin disputes with Mediterranean producers