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HTS Chapter 10Cereals Tariff Rates (2026)

Covers wheat, rice, barley, oats, corn (maize), sorghum, and other cereal grains used for food, feed, and industrial purposes.

Rate Overview

1.1%
Avg MFN Rate
10%
Section 122
N/A
Section 232
7.5-100%
Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 10

HTS CodeDescriptionMFN RateSec 232Sec 301
1001Wheat and meslinFreeN/AN/A
1005Maize (corn)FreeN/AN/A
1006Rice1.4 cents/kgN/AN/A

Common Products

WheatRiceCorn (maize)BarleyOatsRyeSorghumBuckwheat

HTS Chapter 10 covers cereals, encompassing a wide range of products that enter the United States under various tariff classifications. Covers wheat, rice, barley, oats, corn (maize), sorghum, and other cereal grains used for food, feed, and industrial purposes. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 1.1%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Wheat, Rice, Corn (maize), Barley, Oats, Rye, Sorghum, Buckwheat. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 11, Chapter 12, Chapter 19, Chapter 23, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 10 (Cereals)?
The average MFN duty rate for cereals is 1.1%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.
What products are in HTS Chapter 10?
Chapter 10 covers cereals, including Wheat, Rice, Corn (maize), Barley, Oats. Related chapters include Chapter 11, Chapter 12, Chapter 19, Chapter 23.
Are cereals subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?
Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.

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