Instant Thickener Potato Starch from Mexico
Potato starch selected for high viscosity in instant gravies and sauces, unmodified for human consumption. Classifies in HTS 1108.13.0010 as it retains pure starch character, not pre-gelatinized forms excluded to Chapter 19.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify 'native unmodified' in invoices to distinguish from modified thickeners
• Test viscosity but classify based on chemical modification status