Powdered Irish Moss from China
Powdered Irish moss (Chondrus crispus) is dried red seaweed ground into powder for thickening desserts, drinks, and vegan gels. HTS 1212.29.00.00 covers it as ground 'other' algae used primarily for human consumption. Ground state explicitly allowed.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Distinguish from carrageenan extract (HTS 1302.39) by declaring as whole ground algae
• Test viscosity and purity specs for food-grade certification
• Avoid pharmaceutical claims to stay out of Chapter 30