Cargill C*Pharm CP 200 Corn Starch from Mexico
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 — Mexico → 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
• 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