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.

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.

1212.99Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If crude locust beans unextracted

Unprocessed beans are fruits/seeds, not extracts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include USDA organic certificate for preferential treatment

Segregate from non-organic to prevent contamination claims

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