Deactivated Wheat Gluten Powder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide deactivation process validation
• Label allergen status clearly
• Pitfall: therapeutic claims trigger FDA drug review