Pharmaceutical Grade Guar Gum from Mexico
Pharmaceutical-grade guar gum is a purified extract from guar seeds used as a binder in tablets and controlled-release drug formulations. Classified in HTS 1302.32.0020 as a vegetable mucilage thickener, it avoids medicament status under 3003 by being sold as raw material. Its hypoallergenic properties suit medical applications.
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
• Include USP/NF certificates; distinguish from finished drugs to stay out of Chapter 30
• Test for heavy metals and pathogens per pharmacopeia standards before import declaration