Rice Krispies Cereal from Canada
Rice Krispies are puffed rice cereal produced by swelling rice grains under heat and pressure, creating the signature snap-crackle-pop texture. Classified under HTS 1904.90.0140 for bulk shipments of pre-cooked, roasted rice cereal products beyond simple flaking.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
24%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'swollen rice cereal' to distinguish from raw rice under Chapter 10
• Comply with USDA grain inspection requirements for puffed cereals entering bulk food trade
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as breakfast cereal sets if shipped without added milk powder