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Bakery Thickener Potato Starch from Japan

Neutral-taste potato starch for instant bakery thickeners, Chapter 11 compliant. HTS 1108.13.00 distinguishes from prepared mixes. Replaces flour in recipes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Allergen-free declaration essential

• Shelf-life testing for humidity control

• Retail vs bulk packaging affects marking