Lotus Root Starch Powder
Fine starch from lotus rhizomes, specialty ingredient in Chinese medicine and desserts. Classified 1108.19.00 as other vegetable-derived starch compliant with ash/starch parameters.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | Free | โ | Free |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | Free | โ | Free |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | โ | Free |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | โ | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If extracted as vegetable juice/saps
Pectic substances from roots go to Chapter 13.
If medicated/formulated
Pharmaceutical starch preparations excluded to Chapter 30.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Include traditional medicine certifications for dual food/supplement markets
โข Monitor for APHIS restrictions on aquatic plant imports
โข Label with allergen warnings despite low risk profile
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