Rice Krispies Cereal from Japan
Rice Krispies are puffed rice cereal produced by swelling rice grains under heat and pressure, then toasted for crispiness, often consumed with milk. This qualifies under HTS 1904.10.00 as prepared foods from swelling/roasting cereals, distinct from raw or simply milled rice.
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%
Import Tips
• Document the puffing/roasting process to distinguish from uncooked rice in chapter 10
• Comply with US rice import quotas if applicable; obtain prior approvals for certain origins
• Test for pesticide residues, as rice is prone to issues; include lab reports in entry docs