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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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