Canned Couscous with Vegetables from Japan
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.
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
• Confirm semolina base; other grains may shift classification
• Vegetable content needs phytosanitary certs if fresh-derived