Argo Cornstarch from Japan

Argo Cornstarch is a pure corn (maize) starch derived from the endosperm of corn kernels, finely milled for food preparation use. It falls under HTS 1108.12.0010 as corn starch specifically intended for food use, such as thickening sauces and gravies. This classification applies because it meets the chapter's starch content requirements and is not a pharmaceutical or cosmetic product.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify starch purity via modified Ewers polarimetric method to ensure compliance with Chapter 11 starch content exceeding 80% for corn

• Provide Certificates of Analysis confirming food-grade status and absence of GMOs if required by buyers

• Avoid misclassification as industrial starch by labeling clearly 'for food use' and including usage in culinary applications