Orecchiette Pasta from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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