Sterculia Karaya Gum Lumps from Canada
Natural, unprocessed tears or lumps of gum exuded from Sterculia urens trees, specifically karaya under HTS 1301.90.91.40. Commonly used in industrial adhesives and textile sizing.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
Import Tips
• Obtain certificate of analysis confirming karaya identity and purity over 90% gum content
• Declare exact moisture content to prevent disputes over viability for end uses
• Check for plant quarantine restrictions from origin countries like India