Iranian Tragacanth Gum from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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