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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab tests confirming no stuffing residues
• Accurate shape description prevents misclass as gnocchi
• Common issue: origin disputes with Mediterranean producers