Instant Couscous from China

Pre-steamed and quick-cooking couscous granules that rehydrate in minutes with hot water. HTS 1902.40.00.00 covers this prepared form of couscous from wheat semolina.

Duty Rate — China → United States

26.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

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Import Tips

• Test rehydration time in samples to confirm 'instant' claims match product specs

• Use moisture-proof packaging for bulk to prevent mold during ocean transit

• Register facility with FDA before first shipment to streamline entry