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Chicory Root Inulin Extract

High-purity inulin isolated from chicory roots (Cichorium intybus), a soluble fiber for low-calorie sweeteners and gut health products. Classified in HTS 1108.20.00.00 as it meets inulin definition, excluding roasted or prepared forms per chapter exclusions. Powder form passes Chapter 11 milling criteria.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	2.6%	+37.5%	40.1%
🇲🇽Mexico	2.6%	+10.0%	12.6%
🇨🇦Canada	2.6%	+10.0%	12.6%
🇩🇪Germany	Free	+10.0%	10%
🇯🇵Japan	Free	+12.5%	12.5%

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AM7
USDA AMS · May be required
USDA/Agricultural Marketing Service
USDA/agriculture marketing service data related to organics may be required
Licenses & permits (2)
NOP Import Certificate from the exporter's accredited certifier (Organic INTEGRITY), filed in ACE for each organic shipment source
Importer handling organic products must hold USDA organic certification unless exempt source
FD3
FDA · May be required
Food and Drug Administration
FDA prior notice data may be required 801(m)
Licenses & permits (3)
FDA prior notice for food shipments, filed via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival source
FDA food facility registration for facilities that make, process, pack or hold the food source
FDA entry data in ACE with affirmation of compliance codes (registration, listing, approval numbers) source

CBP HTS reference file, Nov 9, 2026 · licenses and permits are the usual requirements for that agency program; confirm with the agency for your product

Alternative Classifications

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

1212.92.00Lower: 37.5% vs 40.1%

If minimally processed chicory root powder without full inulin isolation

Crude sugar beet/chicory extracts remain in 12.12 as seaweed/algae/lichen products if not purified to inulin.

2005Lower: 23.7% vs 40.1%

If when inulin-rich but preserved with sugar or acetic acid

Prepared/preserved vegetables like chicory extracts fall under 2005 per chapter exclusion (d).

1109.00Lower: 19.3% vs 40.1%

If blended with other cereal-derived flours

Mixtures of inulin with wheat/barley flours become prepared animal feed in 1109.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include HPLC test results showing fructan profile to prove inulin identity vs. oligofructose mixtures

• Avoid packaging in retail consumer units to prevent shift to 21.06; ship bulk for manufacturing

• Check for EU origin certificates, as chicory inulin often requires residue testing for pesticides

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Jerusalem Artichoke Inulin Powder

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Organic Chicory Inulin Granules

Coarse granules of organic-certified inulin from chicory roots, suitable for direct addition to beverages. Falls under HTS 1108.20.00.00 as unadulterated inulin, passing sieve tests and excluding prepared flours per Chapter notes. Popular in clean-label products.

Agave Inulin Powder

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