Sourdough Boule from Japan
Round, fermented loaf with tangy flavor from natural levain, baked from wheat or rye flours. Falls under HTS 1905.90.10.70 as bread, processed 'otherwise prepared' from Chapter 11 flours without cocoa or confectionery. Popular for craft bakery imports.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.040%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(iii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document fermentation process to affirm it's leavened bread, not flat
• Avoid pitfalls by excluding dried fruit claims—pure sourdough stays bread
• Certify gluten-free if applicable, but note rye variants may not qualify