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.

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.

2912.19Lower: 15.5% vs 17.5%

If isolated cyclic alcohols present

Certain chemically derived components from tragacanth may fall under organic chemicals.

3004.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If pre-mixed as unfinished medicament

Tragacanth in measured doses for therapeutic use becomes a pharmaceutical product.

1301.90.91Same rate: 17.5%

If specifically Indian tragacanth variety

Statistical suffix distinguishes regional tragacanth sources within the same heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include particle size analysis in documentation to prove milling doesn't constitute 'processing' into 1302 extracts

Comply with USP/NF standards for pharma-grade imports, including identity and viscosity testing