Powdered Tragacanth Gum Extract from Japan
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.
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
• 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