Frozen Quinoa Puffs from Japan
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).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• 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