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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into standardized extract form
Highly refined or chemically modified tragacanth extracts fall under other vegetable saps and extracts in 1302.
If used as tanning or dyeing extract
Tragacanth applied in leather tanning or coloring processes is classified under tanning/dyeing extracts per chapter notes.
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
Related Products under HTS 1301.90.91.30
Turkish Ribbon Tragacanth
High-grade ribbon-cut tragacanth gum sourced from Turkish Astragalus gummifer, valued for its superior solubility in water-based formulations. Falls under HTS 1301.90.91.30 as a specific natural gum-resin within the lac and gums category. Commonly imported for confectionery and cosmetic emulsification.
Powdered Tragacanth Gum Extract
Finely milled powder form of tragacanth gum, retaining natural viscosity properties for easy dissolution in liquids. Precisely classified in HTS 1301.90.91.30 for tragacanth as an oleoresin-like plant exudate. Ideal for pharmaceutical suspensions and ice cream stabilizers.
Astragalus Tragacanth Flakes
Flake-form tragacanth derived from Astragalus shrubs, offering high swelling capacity for gel-forming applications. HTS 1301.90.91.30 covers this pure natural gum-resin specifically identified as tragacanth. Widely used in traditional medicine and modern lithography.
Food-Grade Tragacanth Powder
USP-compliant tragacanth powder certified for direct food contact, providing superior mouthfeel in sauces and dressings. Classified under HTS 1301.90.91.30 as the specific tragacanth gum-resin excluding processed forms. Remains a natural extract without additives.