Frozen Quinoa Puffs
Frozen puffed quinoa grains, pre-cooked by swelling and roasting for direct consumption. Classed in HTS 1904.90.0120 as frozen, otherwise prepared cereal (quinoa as grain).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried or ambient storage
Lacks frozen requirement for puffed grain imports.
If unmilled, unprepared quinoa grain
Chapter 10 raw grains before any swelling/roasting.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm quinoa as 'cereal' per tariff; document swelling process
• Frozen state requires cold chain docs; test for contaminants
• Avoid 1008 grain classification by proving preparation extent
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