Modified Potato Starch Base from Japan
Lightly processed potato starch base for further modification, still qualifying under pure starch rules. HTS 1108.13.00 applies before chemical alteration. Used in lab and pilot production.
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
• Document processing stage to prevent Chapter 35 shift
• Lab test for modification indicators like viscosity
• Declare intended US processing for CBP review