Flaxseed Mucilage Extract
Flaxseed mucilage extract is a soluble fiber-rich substance derived from the seeds of Linum usitatissimum, used as a vegan egg replacer and thickener in smoothies and bakery products. It falls under tariff item 1302.39.00 as a vegetable-derived mucilage or thickener, unmodified and not excluded by chapter notes.
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 extract is sold as a concentrated liquid for beverage flavoring
Heading 13.02 covers vegetable saps and extracts; this alternative applies when the product is not a mucilage or thickener but a general extract.
If the product is mixed with other ingredients for food preparations
Food preparations not elsewhere specified may apply when the mucilage is part of a compound product.
If the product is put up for cosmetic use as a skin care ingredient
Cosmetic preparations may fall under Chapter 33 when the mucilage is formulated for beauty applications.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is free of added sucrose or other sweeteners, as those may shift classification to heading 17.04
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing it is a natural mucilage, not an extract of coffee, tea, or mate
• Verify the binder content, if any, does not exceed 3% by weight to stay within the section's pellet definition
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Agar-Agar Powder
Agar-agar powder is a gelatinous substance extracted from red seaweed (Gelidium and Gracilaria species), commonly used as a vegetarian gelling agent in microbiology, desserts, and confectionery. It is a mucilage derived from vegetable products, falling under tariff item 1302.39.00 as an 'other' mucilage or thickener.
Burdock Root Mucilage
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Carrageenan Powder Kappa Type
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Cassia Gum Powder
Cassia gum powder is a natural thickener extracted from Cassia tora seeds, used in pet foods, canned meats, and cheese products for water-binding. It is a vegetable-derived mucilage, classified under tariff item 1302.39.00 as an 'other' thickener.
Chia Seed Mucilage Powder
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Guar Gum Powder
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