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Dextrins and other modified starches (for example, pregelatinized or esterified starches); glues based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches. > Dextrins and other modified starches > Other
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Products classified under Tariff item 3505.10
Corn Starch Acetate
Corn starch acetate is an esterified modified starch produced by reacting corn starch with acetic anhydride or vinyl acetate. It is used in biodegradable plastics, coatings, and adhesives, where it provides film-forming properties and improved hydrophobicity. This product is classified under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an esterified starch other than those specifically named.
3505.10.19Crosslinked Potato Starch
Crosslinked potato starch is a modified starch where chemical bridges are introduced to improve heat and shear resistance, making it ideal for gravies and other processed foods. The chemical modification places it under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an 'other' esterified or etherified starch, distinct from pregelatinized or soluble starches.
3505.10.19Cross-Linked Potato Starch for Drilling Fluids
Cross-linked potato starch is a chemically modified starch where the granules are treated with cross-linking agents to improve stability in high-temperature, high-shear environments. It is used primarily as a viscosifier in oilfield drilling fluids, where it helps control fluid loss and maintain rheological properties. This product falls under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an etherified or esterified starch other than cationic potato starch for papermaking.
3505.10.19Esterified Potato Starch for Textile Sizing
Esterified potato starch is chemically modified through esterification to size yarns in textile weaving, providing abrasion resistance. This modification places it under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an 'other' esterified starch, distinct from native or pregelatinized starches.
3505.10.19Esterified Wheat Starch
Esterified wheat starch is chemically modified through esterification to improve stability and texture in processed foods like sauces. This modification qualifies it under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an 'other' esterified starch, distinct from native starches or pregelatinized forms.
3505.10.19Hydroxypropylated Potato Starch for Cleaners
Hydroxypropylated potato starch is an etherified starch used in powdered laundry detergents as a soil suspender. As an etherified modified starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.19 as 'other', and is not excluded as an enzymatic washing preparation of Chapter 34.
3505.10.19Hydroxypropyl Modified Tapioca Starch
Hydroxypropyl modified tapioca starch undergoes etherification to enhance freeze-thaw stability in frozen foods. As an etherified modified starch, it precisely fits tariff item 3505.10.19, which covers 'other' etherified or esterified starches.
3505.10.19Octenyl Succinic Anhydride (OSA) Modified Starch
OSA-modified starch is esterified with octenyl succinic anhydride to provide emulsifying properties in beverages and dressings. This surface-modified starch is classified under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an esterified starch, specifically 'other' than those listed elsewhere.
3505.10.19Potato Modified Starch for Paper Coating
Potato modified starch for paper coating is a surface sizing starch that improves ink holdout and smoothness. As a chemically modified starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an 'other' modified starch, and is not a printing gelatin product of Chapter 49.
3505.10.20Corn-Derived Pregelatinized Starch
This is a pregelatinized starch derived from corn (maize), cooked and dried to allow instant dispersion in cold water. It is a dextrin or other modified starch. It falls under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch.
3505.10.20Instantized Pregel Starch for Sports Drinks
Instantized pregelatinized starch for sports drinks is produced by cooking and drying starch so it dissolves rapidly in cold water. This physical modification makes it a pregelatinized starch under tariff item 3505.10.20. It is used as a carbohydrate source and thickener in instant beverage powders.
3505.10.20Instant Potato Starch Thickener for Sauces
Instant potato starch thickener for sauces is a pregelatinized starch derived from potatoes that dissolves in cold water to provide smooth texture without cooking. As a physically modified starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.20. It is widely used in the food industry for instant sauces and gravies.
3505.10.20Modified Potato Starch for Battery Paste
This is a pregelatinized potato dextrin used as a binder in lead-acid battery plate pastes. It enhances paste adhesion during manufacturing and is an industrial-grade modified starch. It falls under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch or soluble starch.
3505.10.20Potato-Based Pregel Starch for Pharmaceutical Capsules
This is a pregelatinized potato dextrin used as a filler and disintegrant in pharmaceutical tablet formulations. It aids rapid dissolution in pharma applications. It is classified under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch.
3505.10.20Potato Pregelatinized Starch for Pet Food
This is a food-grade pregelatinized potato dextrin used as a binder in extruded pet kibble. It improves expansion and digestibility in animal feed. It is classified under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch.
3505.10.20Pregelatinized Corn Dextrin
This is a pregelatinized corn dextrin, a modified starch cooked and dried to allow instant dispersion in cold water. It is used in instant foods and adhesives. It qualifies under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch or soluble starch.
3505.10.20Pregelatinized Corn Starch
Pregelatinized corn starch is produced by cooking corn starch and then drying it, resulting in a product that thickens instantly in cold water. This physical modification places it under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch. It is used in instant foods, soups, and sauces.
3505.10.20Pregelatinized Potato Starch for Food Thickening
This is a pregelatinized starch modified from potato sources, used for food thickening. It swells instantly in cold water, making it ideal for instant puddings and sauces. It falls under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch.
3505.10.20Pregelatinized Rice Starch
Pregelatinized rice starch is produced by cooking rice starch and drying it to allow cold-water dispersion, making it suitable for baby foods and pharmaceuticals. As a physically modified starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.20. It provides instant thickening without the need for heating.
3505.10.90British Gum Dextrin
British gum dextrin, a roasted potato starch product, is used in foundry adhesives and drilling fluids. It has a low dextrose equivalent, meeting the Chapter 35 definition of dextrin. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins, not specifically named.
3505.10.90Canary Dextrin for Artists
Canary dextrin, a pale yellow fine powder used as a pastel fixative and in watercolor media, is derived from starch. It has a low reducing sugar content, qualifying as a dextrin under Chapter 35. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins, excluding printing industry gelatins.
3505.10.90Cold-Water Soluble Potato Dextrin for Instant Foods
Cold-water soluble potato dextrin is a hydrolyzed starch product designed for instant soups and beverages, providing thickening without heat. With a low reducing sugar content, it qualifies as a dextrin under chapter note 2. It falls under tariff item 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Corn-Based Dextrin Powder
Corn-based dextrin powder, from corn starch hydrolysis, has a low reducing sugar content (<10% DE) and is used in adhesives and paper sizing. It qualifies as a dextrin under Chapter 35. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Corn-Based Maltodextrin DE 5-10
Corn-based maltodextrin with a dextrose equivalent (DE) of 5-10, produced by partial hydrolysis of corn starch. With a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10%, it meets the definition of a dextrin under heading 35.05 and is not an etherified or esterified starch.
3505.10.90Corn Dextrin for Paper Sizing
Low-viscosity corn dextrin used in surface sizing of paper to improve print quality. It is a starch degradation product with a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10%, which classifies it as a dextrin under heading 35.05, and it is not an etherified or esterified starch or pregelatinized starch.
3505.10.90Cyclodextrin Beta
Beta-cyclodextrin is a cyclic oligosaccharide produced by enzymatic conversion of starch, consisting of seven glucose units. It is used for encapsulation of flavors and pharmaceuticals. As a specialized dextrin with low reducing sugar content, it falls under heading 35.05 and tariff item 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Dextrin Powder for Paper Sizing
Dextrin powder for paper sizing is produced by roasting starch, resulting in a product with a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10%. It is used to improve surface strength and printability in paper manufacturing. This product falls under tariff item 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins, not elsewhere specified.
3505.10.90Industrial Starch Glue Dextrin
Industrial starch glue dextrin, a pyrodextrin used as a base for water-based adhesives in packaging and woodworking. It is a raw dextrin, not a prepared glue, with a DE below 10%. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Maltodextrin DE 10
Maltodextrin DE 10 is a starch degradation product with a dextrose equivalent of 10, which is at the boundary of the dextrin definition. It is used as a bulking agent in dry mixes and confectionery. With a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10%, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.90 as a dextrin.
3505.10.90Pharmaceutical Dextrin Excipient
Pharmaceutical-grade dextrin, used as a binder and disintegrant in tablet formulations, has a low DE to avoid sweetness. It is a dextrin under Chapter 35, not a medicament of Chapter 30. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Potato Dextrin Adhesive for Envelope Sealing
Potato dextrin adhesive powder, derived from potato starch through controlled hydrolysis, is used in remoistenable adhesives for envelopes and labels. When wetted, it forms a tacky paste that bonds without solvents, making it a dextrin with a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10% as defined in Chapter 35, Note 2. It falls under tariff item 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins, not elsewhere specified.
3505.10.90Potato Dextrin for Foundry Core Binders
Potato dextrin used as a binder in foundry sand cores, derived from potato starch by hydrolysis. It burns out cleanly during metal pouring, leaving minimal residue, and meets the definition of dextrin with a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10%. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins, not specifically named elsewhere.
3505.10.90Potato Dextrin for Textile Sizing
Potato dextrin for textile sizing, providing film-forming properties for warp sizing in cotton weaving. It is a dextrin with a low reducing sugar content, not a prepared sizing agent. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Potato Dextrin Powder for Paper Sizing
Potato dextrin powder for paper sizing, produced by hydrolysis of potato starch, with a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10%. It improves surface strength and printability in paper manufacturing. As a dextrin not specifically named, it is classified under 3505.10.90.
3505.10.90Potato Dextrin Wallcovering Adhesive Base
Potato dextrin powder used as a base for wallcovering adhesives, mixed on-site with water to form paste. It provides slip and strong grab, typical of dextrins with low DE. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins, not as a prepared glue.
3505.10.90Potato Starch Glue Powder for Bookbinding
Potato starch glue powder for bookbinding, a dextrin-based product that activates with water for flexible joints. It is not a prepared glue but a raw dextrin, with a reducing sugar content under 10%. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Tapioca Dextrin for Adhesives
Tapioca dextrin, derived from cassava starch, offers high tack for envelope and postage stamp adhesives. It has a DE below 10%, qualifying as a dextrin under Chapter 35. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Wheat Dextrin Soluble Fiber
Wheat dextrin soluble fiber, a highly soluble modified starch marketed as a dietary fiber supplement base, has a low DE. It is a dextrin under Chapter 35, not a food preparation. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90White Dextrin for Paper Sizing
White dextrin, a lightly hydrolyzed starch derivative with low viscosity, is used for surface sizing in paper manufacturing. It has a reducing sugar content below 10%, meeting the Chapter 35 definition. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.
3505.10.90Yellow Corn Dextrin Powder
Yellow corn dextrin powder, produced by roasting corn starch under controlled conditions, has a reducing sugar content not exceeding 10%. It is used in adhesives and other industrial applications. Classified under 3505.10.90 as 'other' dextrins.