Spaghetti No. 5 from Japan
A classic long, thin strand uncooked pasta made exclusively from durum wheat semolina, ideal for Italian dishes like aglio e olio. It falls under HTS 1902.19.20.90 as uncooked pasta not stuffed or otherwise prepared, produced outside the EU. This classification applies to simple dry pasta without additives or fillings.
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
• Verify country of origin documentation to confirm non-EU production for this subheading
• Ensure labeling includes wheat content and allergens per FDA rules
• Watch for misclassification as prepared pasta if any sauces or oils are added