Tapioca Starch Granules from China
Starch derived from cassava root, sold as fine granules for gluten-free baking and thickening. Classified in 1108.19.00.90 as 'other starches' since cassava is not a listed cereal in chapter notes. Excludes prepared flours or pharmaceutical uses per exclusions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include moisture content certificates as high humidity can affect sieve test compliance during customs inspection
• Label clearly as 'tapioca starch' to distinguish from corn arrowroot substitutes and prevent reclassification