Carob Gum Thickener from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use EU or equivalent origin certs for traceability in food chain compliance
• Avoid sucrose >10% to prevent 1704 confectionery shift