Puffed Wheat Cereal from Germany
Puffed wheat is made by gun-puffing whole wheat grains under high pressure and heat, resulting in light, expanded pieces ready for breakfast. It fits HTS 1904.10.00 for roasted or swollen cereal products processed beyond flakes or meal.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify wheat variety and origin; gluten-free claims need verification to avoid misclassification
• Provide evidence of thermal processing (roasting/swelling) in manufacturing records
• Check for wheat import licenses if from restricted countries due to pest risks