Wheat Gluten for Noodle Production from Japan
Specialty dried wheat gluten optimized for Asian noodle elasticity, low ash content per Chapter specs. Classified HTS 1109.00.90 as other wheat gluten for industrial use. Enhances chewiness in ramen and udon manufacturing.
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
• Specify end-use in entry summary for potential rulings
• Moisture-proof packaging critical
• Avoid pitfall: starch content test failures