Tri-Color Couscous from Japan

Couscous naturally colored with spinach, tomato, and plain varieties for visual appeal. Still plain couscous under HTS 1902.40.00.00 as vegetable powders don't change base classification.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• List natural color sources (beet powder, spinach) to avoid artificial dye flags

• Test for color fastness in cooking water for quality claims

• Declare <2% vegetable content to maintain basic couscous status