Modified Corn Starch Base (Unmodified)
Modified Corn Starch Base (Unmodified) is a pure corn starch sold to manufacturers for later modification processes. It is unmodified at the time of importation, meeting the Chapter 11 criteria for maize starch. This product is classified under tariff item 1108.12.00 as unmodified maize starch.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the starch has been chemically modified
Modified starches are classified under heading 35.05.
If the starch is from a cereal other than maize
Other cereal starches are classified under a different subheading.
If the starch is mixed with other ingredients for food use
Food preparations containing starch fall under Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the starch is not yet modified; if it has undergone any chemical change, it falls under heading 35.05
• Keep records of the product's specifications to prove its unmodified state
• For packages under 1 kg, include packaging weight in the customs value
Related Products under Tariff item 1108.12.00
ADM Argo Corn Starch
ADM Argo Corn Starch is a pure maize starch used in household cooking and industrial manufacturing. It meets the Chapter 11 criteria for starch content and ash content, and is not a prepared flour or pharmaceutical product.
Anthony's Cornstarch
Anthony's Cornstarch is a gluten-free, non-GMO maize starch in resealable bags for everyday cooking. It is pure corn starch meeting the Chapter 11 criteria for starch content and ash content, and is not a prepared food product.
Argo Cornstarch
Argo Cornstarch is a pure corn starch derived from the endosperm of corn kernels, finely milled for food preparation. It is unmodified maize starch meeting the Chapter 11 criteria for starch content and ash content.
Bob's Red Mill Cornstarch
Bob's Red Mill Cornstarch is an organic, gluten-free corn starch extracted from non-GMO corn for baking and sauces. It is pure maize starch meeting the Chapter 11 criteria for starch content and ash content.
Bunge Native Corn Starch
Bunge Native Corn Starch is a high-amylose native corn starch used in confectionery and batters. It is unmodified and meets the Chapter 11 analytical profile for maize starch, making it classifiable under this tariff item.
Cargill C*Pharm CP 200 Corn Starch
Cargill C*Pharm CP 200 Corn Starch is a pharmaceutical-grade maize starch used as a binder and disintegrant in tablets. It is pure corn starch and does not have the character of a pharmaceutical product, so it falls under this tariff item.