Pennette Rigate from Japan
Short, ridged tube-shaped uncooked pasta from durum semolina, perfect for creamy sauces or pasta salads. Classified under HTS 1902.19.20.90 for non-EU uncooked, unstuffed pasta. The ridges help sauce adhere, but no additional preparation beyond drying qualifies it here.
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 mill certificates showing 100% durum semolina composition
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect origin marking leading to EU subheading duties
• Check for gluten-free claims which would require different classification