Locust Bean Gum Powder
A fine powder derived from locust bean seeds, used as a natural thickener in food products like ice cream and sauces. Classified under HTS 1302.32.00.40 as a mucilage and thickener from locust beans, unmodified for basic applications. It provides viscosity without altering flavor.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derived from guar seeds instead
Same subheading for guar-based mucilages, but different plant source changes specific classification.
If chemically modified for tanning or dyeing
Modified extracts used in leather processing fall under tanning/dyeing extracts per chapter exclusions.
If put up as food preparation with additives
Blends exceeding simple thickener use may classify as food preparations, not pure vegetable extracts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and ensure the product is unmodified locust bean extract to avoid reclassification under chemical headings
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming vegetable origin and no additives exceeding chapter note limits
Related Products under HTS 1302.32.00.40
Food-Grade Locust Bean Gum
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.
Locust Bean Seed Extract
Concentrated aqueous extract from locust bean seeds used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals as a gelling agent. HTS 1302.32.00.40 covers this unmodified vegetable-derived mucilage and thickener from locust beans. It hydrates skin in lotions without synthetic additives.
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.
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.
Locust Bean Galactomannan Extract
Galactomannan-rich extract from locust beans for industrial food processing as a stabilizer. Classified in HTS 1302.32.00.40 for locust bean mucilages and thickeners, derived vegetally. Enhances mouthfeel in beverages.
Organic Locust Bean Thickener
Certified organic powder from locust beans, used in natural cosmetics and foods. HTS 1302.32.00.40 for unmodified locust bean-derived thickeners. Maintains organic integrity in clean-label products.