Industrial Potato Starch for Paper Sizing

Native potato starch used in paper manufacturing for surface sizing, qualifying under 1108.13.00.90 due to unmodified status and chapter compliance. Provides binding without chemical alteration. Sourced from European potato varieties for consistency.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3809.92.50.00Higher: 41% vs 35%

If surface-active or finishing agents added

Starches formulated as paper finishing agents shift to Chapter 38 chemicals.

1108.14.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If from manioc/cassava tubers

Cassava starch has dedicated subheading 1108.14, separate from potato.

2302.40.01Same rate: 35%

If low purity industrial byproducts

Impurities exceeding ash limits classify as sharps/meal unfit for human use in 2302.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include end-use statement for industrial applications to prevent retail food misclassification

Certify non-GMO status if targeting US markets sensitive to biotech potatoes

Check for moisture content under 20% to avoid mold issues during ocean freight

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