Tapioca Starch Powder
Tapioca starch powder is pure cassava starch extracted from the root of the manioc plant, ground into a fine white powder. It is commonly used as a thickening agent in baking and cooking due to its neutral flavor and gluten-free properties, and is classified as manioc starch under heading 11.08.
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 the powder is made from wheat starch
Wheat starch is classified under a different tariff item.
If the starch is from a source other than cassava, such as corn or potato
Other starches are classified under a separate tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the powder is pure cassava starch with no additives or fillers to ensure classification under 1108.14.00
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing starch and ash content to CBSA if requested
• Ensure proper labeling for food use if intended for culinary applications
Related Products under Tariff item 1108.14.00
Bulk Cassava Starch Pellets
Bulk cassava starch pellets are pure manioc (cassava) starch formed into pelletized form for efficient bulk shipping and handling in food manufacturing. The pellets are made without binders and meet the purity standards for starch under heading 11.08, as they consist solely of cassava starch in a physical form that does not alter its chemical composition.
Food-Grade Manioc Starch
Food-grade manioc starch is a high-purity cassava starch powder meeting food safety standards for use in noodles, snacks, and confectionery. It is a fine powder with low ash content, consistent with Chapter 11 specifications for starch, and is derived directly from the manioc root without chemical modification.
Gluten-Free Cassava Starch Flour
Gluten-free cassava starch flour is a fine-milled starch from cassava roots, marketed as a wheat flour substitute for gluten-free baking. It is pure cassava starch with no additives, providing smooth texture in sauces and puddings, and falls under heading 11.08 as manioc starch.
Instant Tapioca Starch Granules
Instant tapioca starch granules are pre-gelatinized cassava starch that dissolves quickly in cold water for instant puddings and sauces. The product retains pure starch composition without additives, and pre-gelatinization is a physical process that does not change its classification as manioc starch under heading 11.08.
Modified Cassava Starch (Native)
Native modified cassava starch is unmodified chemically, optimized for high clarity in gels, clear sauces, and fruit fillings. It remains a pure starch extract from cassava, with no chemical alteration, and is classified as manioc starch under heading 11.08.
Organic Tapioca Starch
Organic tapioca starch is certified organic cassava starch produced without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, ideal for health-conscious baking and gluten-free products. It is a pure starch isolate from cassava roots, meeting organic standards while remaining unmodified, and falls under tariff item 1108.14.00.