Dry Wheat Gluten for Baking from China
Dried wheat gluten in fine powder form, derived from wheat starch separation, used to boost protein in yeast breads and seitan production. Classified in HTS 1109.00.90 as other wheat gluten, meeting Chapter 11 milling criteria for starch and ash content. Ideal for commercial bakeries seeking dough strength without altering flavor.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include sieve passage documentation (95% through 1.25mm for meal-like products) if questioned
• Label clearly as 'wheat gluten' to avoid FDA food prep scrutiny
• Common pitfall: moisture content over 10% triggers perishables handling