Vegan Gelatin Agar-Agar
Vegan gelatin agar-agar is a plant-based alternative to animal gelatin, extracted from red seaweed for use in marshmallows and puddings. It fits HTS 1302.31.00.00 as pure agar-agar mucilage, unmodified and derived from vegetable products. Excludes sweetened confectionery forms.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If gelatinized or hydrolyzed like animal gelatins
Processed gelatins from any source, including plant mimics, may classify under heading 3503 if chemically similar to proteins.
If in flavored syrup or dessert mixes
Agar pre-mixed with flavors for retail desserts falls under food preparations in 2106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Highlight 'vegan' and 'plant-based' in docs but ensure no animal-derived additives
• Comply with allergen-free declarations since marketed as gelatin substitute
• Avoid pre-gelled forms, which could be confectionery under 1704
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Agar-Agar Flakes
Agar-agar flakes are dried and flaked extracts from red seaweed, offering a convenient form for culinary gelling without modification. Classified under HTS 1302.31.00.00 as pure agar-agar, a vegetable-derived mucilage and thickener not altered chemically. It is widely used in desserts, microbiology, and vegan recipes.
Organic Agar-Agar Powder
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Agar-Agar Granules
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Strip Agar for Labs
Strip agar for labs consists of flexible, pure agar-agar sheets from Gracilaria, cut for electrophoresis or culturing. HTS 1302.31.00.00 covers this form as unmodified vegetable-derived mucilage. Not for diagnostic kits.
High-Gel-Strength Agar-Agar
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Food Thickener Agar Powder
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