1006.30.90.75 - Short grain

This HTS category, 1006.30.90.75, specifically covers "short grain" rice that has undergone semi-milling or is wholly milled, regardless of whether it has been polished or glazed. This designation applies to rice where the ratio of length to width is less than 1.5:1, differentiating it from longer varieties. Products within this classification are typically characterized by their stickier texture when cooked, making them suitable for a variety of culinary applications such as sushi, puddings, and certain Asian cuisines.

It is crucial to distinguish this classification from its sibling categories. "Long grain" rice, classified under a different subheading, possesses a length-to-width ratio of 2:1 or greater and cooks up fluffy and separate. Similarly, "medium grain" rice, found under 1006.30.90.65, falls within a ratio of 1.5:1 to 2:1. The category for "mixtures of any of the above," at 1006.30.90.85, covers blends where more than one grain type is present. This specific classification for short grain rice is reserved for pure short grain varieties that meet the milling and polishing criteria.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under 1006.30.90.75. Classification at this level is definitive for semi-milled or wholly milled, polished, or glazed short grain rice. Importers and exporters should ensure accurate measurement of grain dimensions and confirmation of milling and polishing status to correctly assign this tariff code, thereby avoiding potential customs delays or penalties.