Frozen Quinoa Puffs from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
24%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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