High-Protein Wheat Gluten Isolate from Japan
Ultra-pure dried wheat gluten isolate with >80% protein, used in supplements and low-carb baking mixes. HTS 1109.00.90 applies to this 'other' form meeting milling starch/ash specs for wheat products. Differentiated from flours by extraction process.
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
• FDA prior notice required for food additive status; test for glutenin/gliadin ratio
• Pitfall: supplement claims may trigger Chapter 30 pharma review