Deactivated Wheat Gluten Powder from Japan
Heat-treated deactivated wheat gluten powder for allergy-safe baking, retaining protein but reduced allergenicity. Remains HTS 1109.00.90 as processed wheat gluten, not pharmaceutical. Used in gluten-challenged formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide deactivation process validation
• Label allergen status clearly
• Pitfall: therapeutic claims trigger FDA drug review