Food-Grade Locust Bean Gum from Germany
High-purity locust bean gum extracted from carob seeds, standardized for use in dairy and bakery products as a stabilizer. Falls under HTS 1302.32.00.40 for unmodified locust bean mucilages and thickeners derived from vegetable products. It prevents syneresis in yogurt and improves texture.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
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