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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+37.5%40.1%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%
PGA flags (2)Show detailsAM7USDA AMSMay be requiredFD3FDAMay be required
  • 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.

1108.19.00Lower: 25% vs 40.1%

If from wheat or potato starch modification

Other starches not classified as inulin go to 1108.19, based on production method.

3302.10Lower: 12.5% vs 40.1%

If formulated into oral hygiene mixtures

Inulin in toothpaste/sweeteners becomes perfumery prep per exclusion (f).

1901.90Lower: 18.9% vs 40.1%

If when mixed into flour preparations

Inulin-enriched cereal flours fall under prepared flours of 1901 per exclusion (b).

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Secure USDA organic equivalence certificate for non-US origins to expedite entry

• Ensure granule size meets 1103 groat/meal sieve if questioned, but pure inulin exempts