Wheat Starch for Confectionery Gums

Food-grade wheat starch for producing chewing gums and jellies, meeting 1108.11.0010 criteria with proper sieve passage and purity. Used as gelling agent in sugar confectionery. Derived from wheat via wet milling process.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1302.32.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If pectin extracted and used instead

Pectins from citrus or other sources are natural gums under Chapter 13.

1109.00Lower: 16.8% vs 35%

If packaged retail-ready with flavors

Retail-packed starch preparations for direct consumption fall under heading 1109.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide end-use statement confirming confectionery application to support food use classification

Check for GM wheat restrictions in some markets

Use ISF filing 24hrs advance for bulk starch

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