Industrial Karaya Gum Flakes from Japan
Flaked karaya gum for paper manufacturing and explosives, classified as karaya under HTS 1301.90.91.40 from natural resin sources. Offers superior binding properties.
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
• Certify non-food use to bypass FDA oversight
• Declare particle size specs for customs valuation
• Watch for ITAR if destined for defense explosives