Dried Plantain Powder from Japan
Ultra-fine powder from air-dried plantains, ideal for thickening soups and smoothies. Meets HTS 1106.30.2000 as powder from Chapter 8 plantains, with >95% passing 315 micron sieve. Commonly exported from Uganda and Colombia.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
2.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Use HTSUS statistical suffix .2000 precisely; errors lead to 1106.20 sago classification
• Pest inspection critical; fumigation certs for plantain-origin goods from tropical regions
• Shelf life declaration needed; vacuum packing extends to 18 months without preservatives