Dried Beetroot Powder from China
Finely ground powder from dehydrated beetroots (Beta vulgaris), used in baking or as colorant after rehydration, but not extracted or purified. Included in HTS 0712.90.85.80 for powdered other dried vegetables not further prepared.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for particle size under 100 microns to confirm 'powder' status vs slices
• Include nitrate level certifications due to food additive regulations for beet powder
• Avoid claims of 'natural colorant' on labels, as that implies further preparation