Canned Couscous with Vegetables

Steamed couscous granules canned with diced vegetables in broth. As prepared couscous (pasta), it classifies under HTS 1902.30.00.20 for canned products. Processing beyond Chapter 11 grains qualifies it.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+35.0%41.4%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1901.20Lower: 18.5% vs 41.4%

If couscous pellets not steamed or canned

Uncooked couscous remains Chapter 19 grain preps, not pasta.

2008.99Lower: 16% vs 41.4%

If vegetable-fruit mixes dominant

Prepared veg exceeds pasta in multi-ingredient cans.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm semolina base; other grains may shift classification

Vegetable content needs phytosanitary certs if fresh-derived