Sugar Beet Pectin Extract from Japan
Pectin extracted from sugar beet pulp, valued for its emulsifying properties in low-sugar applications. It qualifies for HTS 1302.20.00.00 as a natural pectic substance without additives or modifications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include supplier specs on extraction method to confirm it's a simple vegetable extract, not processed further
• Declare exact galacturonic acid content to differentiate from other mucilages in the heading