Guar Gum Powder from Mexico
Guar gum powder is a fine, off-white powder extracted from the endosperm of guar seeds (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba), primarily used as a thickener and stabilizer in food products. It falls under HTS 1302.32.0020 as a mucilage and thickener derived from guar seeds, unmodified for general industrial applications. This classification applies to the pure extract without added sugars or other exclusions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and ensure the product is unmodified guar extract without sucrose exceeding 10% to avoid reclassification under heading 1704
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming botanical origin from guar seeds and compliance with FDA food-grade standards if for consumables