Food & Agriculture

Rice Import Tariffs

US import tariffs on rice including long-grain, short-grain, jasmine, and basmati varieties. HTS codes, duty rates, and import volumes.

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Top Source Countries for Rice Imports

#1ASIA$4.1B
#2APEC$3.5B
#3TOTAL FOR ALL COUNTRIES$3.4B
#4ASEAN$2.5B
#5THAILAND$2.3B

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the US tariff on rice?

Rice tariffs vary by type: paddy rice (HTS 1006.10) is 2.1 cents/kg, brown rice (HTS 1006.20) is 0.83-1.8 cents/kg, and milled rice (HTS 1006.30) is 1.4-2.1 cents/kg. Some specialty rice faces higher rates.

Is the US a net importer or exporter of rice?

The US is both a major producer and importer of rice. The US exports primarily long-grain rice while importing jasmine rice from Thailand, basmati from India/Pakistan, and specialty varieties from other Asian countries.

What HTS codes cover rice?

Rice falls under HTS 1006. Subheadings include 1006.10 (paddy/rough rice), 1006.20 (husked/brown rice), 1006.30 (semi-milled or milled rice), and 1006.40 (broken rice). Classification depends on processing level.

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