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
10%
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
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