High-Gel-Strength Agar-Agar from Germany
High-gel-strength agar-agar from premium Gelidium algae provides firm gels for canning and biotech. Classified HTS 1302.31.00.00 as natural, unmodified thickener. Gel strength over 1000 g/cm².
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify gel strength tests to justify premium pricing
• Avoid alkaline modification claims