1212.92.00.00/Carob Gum Base/Japan

Carob Gum Base from Japan

Partially processed locust bean gum extracted from carob seeds, used as a thickener in foods. Classifies under HTS 1212.92.00.00 as locust beans before full extraction into Chapter 13 gums.

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%

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Import Tips

• Distinguish from purified locust bean gum (1302.32) by providing extraction stage docs

• Specify industrial food use but confirm human consumption end-use

• Lab tests for viscosity to support classification