Food-Grade Maize Starch from Japan
Refined corn starch suitable for human consumption in sauces, gravies, and puddings. Falls under 1108.12.00.90 as unmodified corn starch meeting HTSUS chapter purity standards for starches.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure compliance with food contact regulations for direct consumption
• Include certificate of analysis showing moisture <13% and absence of GM contaminants if required by buyer
• Avoid bulk packaging over 50kg without proper ventilation to prevent caking during transit