Bulk Dried Carob Fruit

Large bulk shipments of dried carob fruit/pods for processing into powder or syrups. Fits HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans, fresh/chilled/frozen/dried for human consumption.

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.

2302.50.00Higher: 36.4% vs 35%

If bulk for animal feed

Low-grade bulk carob as feed residues goes to 2302.

1207.99.03Same rate: 35%

If other oil seeds

Seeds yielding oil might classify under 1207 if not food primary.

0713.32Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dried leguminous vegetables

Other dried beans/peas in Chapter 7.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use bulk container ventilation specs to prevent mold during transit

COO certificates for FTAs like USMCA to reduce duties

Inventory method valuation common for bulk ag products

Related Products under HTS 1212.92.00.00

Dried Carob Pods

Whole or coarsely broken dried pods from the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), used primarily for human consumption as a natural sweetener or in baking. Classified under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans (carob) in their dried form, not ground, fitting the category of vegetable products used for human consumption.

Carob Powder

Finely ground powder from dried carob pods, serving as a caffeine-free chocolate substitute in baking and beverages. Falls under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans (carob), whether or not ground, primarily for human consumption.

Carob Flour

Milled flour derived from roasted and ground carob pods, used in gluten-free baking and as a thickener. HTS 1212.92.00.00 covers locust beans whether or not ground, as a vegetable product for human consumption, distinct from cereal flours.

Whole Carob Kernels

Intact or split kernels from carob pods, dried for use in snacks, syrups, or supplements. Classified in HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans, a key ingredient for human food products not elsewhere specified.

Organic Dried Carob Pods

Certified organic dried carob pods, free from pesticides, used for health foods and natural sweeteners. HTS 1212.92.00.00 applies to locust beans in dried form for human consumption, regardless of organic status.

Roasted Carob Chips

Chips from roasted carob pods, used as a snack or baking chip alternative to chocolate. Remains under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans, processed but not to confectionery level, for primary human consumption.