Durum Wheat (Non-Seed)

Durum wheat for non-seed use is the hard, high-protein grain that underpins the semolina and pasta industries, and the US tariff schedule subdivides it with unusual granularity: certified organic (1001190025), Grade 1 (1001190051), Grade 2 (1001190053), and a residual non-organic catch-all (1001190069). Canada dominates US import supply by a wide margin, reflecting proximity and established milling relationships, while Italy and Peru serve as secondary sources for specialty or organic lots. Importers should note that grade certification and organic documentation must align precisely with the declared 10-digit line, as misclassification between grade-specific subheadings is a common audit trigger.