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Guar Gum Food Grade from Germany

High-viscosity guar gum extracted from guar seeds, serving as a thickener in gluten-free baking and hydration products. Classified under HTS 1302.32.00 for unmodified mucilages from guar seeds. Widely used in sauces, dressings, and plant-based milks.

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

• Obtain supplier declaration of botanical origin (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba) to confirm HTS eligibility

• Test for viscosity and galactomannan content (>75%) as proof it's unmodified guar gum

• Avoid packaging as finished food product to prevent reclassification under Chapter 21