Cargill C*Pharm CP 200 Corn Starch from China
Pharmaceutical-grade corn starch derived from maize, meeting USP standards for use as a binder and disintegrant in tablets and capsules. Classified under HTS 1108.12.00 as it is pure corn starch not having the character of pharmaceutical products per Chapter 11 notes excluding Chapter 30. Its high purity and starch content exceeding 80% by dry weight qualify it for this heading.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify starch content exceeds 80% dry weight via Ewers method to stay in Chapter 11; provide mill test certificates
• Ensure not mixed with active ingredients to avoid Chapter 30 pharmaceutical classification
• Label clearly as food/pharma grade to prevent duty disputes