Iranian Tragacanth Gum

Pure tragacanth gum harvested from Astragalus plants native to Iran, supplied in powdered or ribbon form as a natural gum-resin extract. Classified under HTS 1301.90.91.30 specifically for tragacanth due to its unique mucilaginous properties derived from plant exudates. Used primarily in food and pharmaceutical thickening applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If processed into standardized extract form

Highly refined or chemically modified tragacanth extracts fall under other vegetable saps and extracts in 1302.

3203.00Lower: 13.1% vs 17.5%

If used as tanning or dyeing extract

Tragacanth applied in leather tanning or coloring processes is classified under tanning/dyeing extracts per chapter notes.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 17.5%

If sold as raw plant material without extraction

Unprocessed Astragalus roots or crude plant parts are plants used in perfumery/pharmacy, not extracted gums.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify botanical origin and purity through certificates of analysis to confirm tragacanth classification and avoid reclassification as general vegetable saps

Ensure compliance with FDA food contact regulations if destined for edible uses, including heavy metal and microbial testing