Pregelatinized Potato Starch for Food Thickening
Pregelatinized potato starch for food thickening swells instantly in cold water, ideal for instant puddings and sauces in food manufacturing. As a pregelatinized starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.20, which specifically covers pregelatinized starches.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the starch is not fully pregelatinized
Partially modified starches that are not fully pregelatinized may fall under the 'Other' sibling item.
If the starch is unmodified potato starch
Unmodified potato starch is classified in Chapter 11, not Chapter 35.
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 the pregelatinization process with your supplier and retain technical data sheets for CBSA inspection
• Verify food-grade compliance with CFIA if used in food products
• Check if the product qualifies for preferential duty rates under trade agreements based on origin
Related Products under Tariff item 3505.10.20
Corn-Derived Pregelatinized Starch
Corn-derived pregelatinized starch is produced by cooking and drying corn starch to allow instant dispersion in cold water. This physical modification makes it a pregelatinized starch, falling under tariff item 3505.10.20, which specifically covers pregelatinized starches.
Potato-Based Pregel Starch for Pharmaceutical Capsules
Potato-based pregelatinized starch for pharmaceutical capsules is used as a filler and disintegrant in tablet formulations, aiding rapid dissolution. As a pregelatinized starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.20, which specifically covers pregelatinized starches, and is not excluded by Chapter 35 notes as it is not a medicament.
Potato Pregelatinized Starch for Pet Food
Potato pregelatinized starch for pet food is a food-grade pregelatinized starch used as a binder in extruded pet kibble, improving expansion and digestibility. As a pregelatinized starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.20, which specifically covers pregelatinized starches.
Pregelatinized Corn Dextrin
Pregelatinized corn dextrin is a modified starch cooked and dried to allow instant dispersion in cold water, used in instant foods and adhesives. As a pregelatinized starch, it falls under tariff item 3505.10.20, which specifically covers pregelatinized starches.