Wheat Starch Powder from Japan
Pure wheat starch powder derived from wheat grains, meeting starch content over 80% and low ash per Chapter 11 notes. Used as a thickener in food manufacturing. Classified under 1108.11.00 as unmixed wheat starch.
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
• Verify starch content exceeds 80% by Ewers method and ash under 2.5% for Chapter 11 eligibility; provide mill test certificates
• Avoid misclassification as prepared flours in 1901