Carob Gum Base
Carob gum base is a partially processed locust bean gum extracted from carob seeds, used as a food thickener. It remains under tariff item 1212.92.00 as locust beans in a preliminary state, before full extraction into a refined gum of Chapter 13.
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 product is fully extracted and refined locust bean gum.
Refined locust bean gum is classified as a mucilage or thickener under heading 13.02.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the gum base is not fully refined or purified, as complete extraction may classify it under Chapter 13 (gums)
• Provide a detailed product specification to CBSA showing the processing stage
• Check if the product requires a food additive approval from Health Canada
Related Products under Tariff item 1212.92.00
Bulk Dried Carob Fruit
Bulk dried carob fruit, consisting of whole or broken pods from the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), is a natural sweetener used for processing into powder, syrups, or extracts. It falls under tariff item 1212.92.00 as locust beans in dried form, primarily for human consumption, and is not further processed beyond drying.
Carob Flour
Carob flour is milled from dried carob pods and ground to a fine powder, used as a gluten-free baking ingredient or thickener. It qualifies under tariff item 1212.92.00 as locust beans, whether or not ground, since it is a vegetable product for human consumption and not refined into a gum or extract.
Carob Nibs
Carob nibs are crushed, dried pieces of carob pods, ready for milling or direct consumption in trail mixes. They fall under tariff item 1212.92.00 as locust beans in a crushed form, not ground, and are used primarily for human consumption.
Carob Pod Pieces
Carob pod pieces are chopped or fragmented dried carob pods, used for easy processing into beverages or desserts. They classify under tariff item 1212.92.00 as locust beans in a fragmented form, not ground, and are intended for human consumption.
Carob Powder
Carob powder is finely ground from dried carob pods, serving as a caffeine-free chocolate substitute in baking and beverages. It falls under tariff item 1212.92.00 as locust beans, whether or not ground, and is primarily for human consumption.
Dried Carob Pods
Dried carob pods, whole or coarsely broken, are natural sweeteners from the carob tree used in baking or as a health food. They classify under tariff item 1212.92.00 as locust beans in dried form, primarily for human consumption.