Blonde Psyllium Seed Husks

Light-colored husks from blonde variety Plantago ovata seeds, dried for high-solubility fiber applications. HTS 1211.90.89.20 applies as they are used principally as ingredients in prophylactic digestive health medicaments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1209.91Lower: 10% vs 35%

If unhusked whole seeds for sowing

Whole psyllium seeds intended for planting are seeds of a kind used for sowing under heading 1209.

0713.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fresh or chilled rather than dried

Fresh plant parts for food use fall under Chapter 7 dried leguminous vegetables if not medicinal.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 35%

If extracted into vegetable saps or mucilage

Psyllium mucilage extracts are classified as vegetable saps in heading 1302, not raw husks.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm varietal purity (blonde vs black) with supplier docs; comply with dietary supplement labeling under DSHEA; watch for contamination risks during drying process