1301.90.91.40/Karaya Gum Powder/Mexico

Karaya Gum Powder from Mexico

Finely milled powder derived from the Sterculia urens tree, classified under HTS 1301.90.91.40 as karaya, a natural gum-resin. Used primarily as a thickening agent in food products and pharmaceuticals due to its high swelling capacity in water.

Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
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Import Tips

• Verify botanical origin as Sterculia urens via supplier certificates to confirm karaya classification

• Ensure compliance with FDA food contact regulations if for edible use; provide microbial test results

• Avoid misclassification as food additives (Chapter 21) by documenting raw gum status

Karaya Gum Powder from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1301.90.91.40