Carob Gum Thickener

Locust bean gum known as carob gum, powdered for thickening soups and glazes in culinary applications. Precisely matches HTS 1302.32.00.40 as a locust bean-derived mucilage, unmodified. Offers heat-stable thickening superior to starches.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1302.32.00.20Same rate: 17.5%

If from locust bean seeds specifically

Statistical suffix differentiates seed vs bean processing levels.

2101.20.20Lower: 7.5% vs 17.5%

If roasted or flavored for extracts

Roasted blends resemble coffee/tea extracts excluded by notes.

2914.79Lower: 14% vs 17.5%

If isolated camphor or glycyrrhizin present

Specific compounds extracted fall under organic chemicals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use EU or equivalent origin certs for traceability in food chain compliance

Avoid sucrose >10% to prevent 1704 confectionery shift

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Food-Grade Locust Bean Gum

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Natural Locust Bean Mucilage

Unmodified mucilage gel from locust beans used in gluten-free baking as a binder. HTS 1302.32.00.40 applies to this pure vegetable thickener from locust beans. Replaces eggs in vegan recipes effectively.

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Organic Locust Bean Thickener

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