Turkish Ribbon Tragacanth from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming 'ribbon' grade to distinguish from flake varieties and support specific subheading
• Check for CITES restrictions if from protected Astragalus species; provide export permits from origin country