Shredded Wheat Cereal Bulk from Japan
Shredded wheat cereal consists of wheat grains steamed, shredded, and baked/roasted into biscuit-like pillows. HTS 1904.90.0140 covers this as prepared wheat product through roasting beyond basic flaking.
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
• Specify shredding and baking processes in commercial invoice for Customs review
• Maintain temperature-controlled shipping to preserve texture of baked cereal
• Avoid pairing with dried fruits in shipment to prevent set classification under 1905