Native Wheat Starch for Sauce Thickening
Unmodified native wheat starch granules used as a thickener in gravies, sauces, and soups. It complies with Chapter 11 notes for wheat milling products with high starch content and is not a prepared flour.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If no quota allocation is held
Over access commitment item for wheat starch, with a higher duty.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the starch is unmodified and meets the starch/ash content limits
• Obtain a quota allocation for the within access commitment rate
• Keep product specifications to show it is for food use, not excluded
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