Pearl Couscous (Israeli Couscous) from Mexico

Toasted pasta pearls made from wheat semolina, larger than Moroccan couscous, often called Israeli couscous. HTS 1902.40.00.00 includes all couscous whether or not prepared.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.4%

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

Describe as 'toasted semolina pearls' not rice to avoid Chapter 10 confusion

Provide cooking instructions showing pasta preparation method

Sample test for toasted flavor compounds if disputing classification