Swelled Amaranth Grain from Mexico
Swelled amaranth grain is puffed through swelling and roasting of tiny amaranth seeds for nutritious puffed cereal. HTS 1904.10.00.80 applies to this other prepared cereal product from non-corn sources. Popular in gluten-free bulk imports.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Classify as cereal despite pseudo-grain status; provide botanical confirmation
• Test for purity to exclude quinoa mixes under different grains
• Organic certification boosts value but requires residue testing