Beverage Emulsifier Acacia Gum from Japan
Specialized gum arabic with optimized viscosity for citrus oil emulsions in soft drinks. Classified 1301.20.00.00 as the base natural gum before beverage preparation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Emulsification capacity test results required for beverage claims
• Not for direct consumption; avoid food labeling confusion
• Temperature-controlled shipping preserves emulsion properties