Wheat Starch for Confectionery Gums from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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