Amidated Pectin Low Methoxyl from China
Low-methoxyl amidated pectin from citrus or apple sources, suitable for calcium-set gels in yogurt. While derived from pectic substances, its modification places it under scrutiny, but pure forms stay in HTS 1302.20.00.00 if unmodified.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain chemical analysis proving no amidation beyond natural levels to avoid Chapter 35 shift
• Use bulk industrial packaging to distinguish from retail or pharma uses