Guar Gum Food Grade from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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