Locust Bean Gum Powder from China
A natural thickener derived from locust bean seeds, used primarily in food manufacturing for its gelling and stabilizing properties. It falls under HTS 1302.32.00 as a mucilage and thickener unmodified from locust beans. Commonly applied in ice cream, dairy products, and sauces to improve texture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming derivation from locust beans or guar seeds and purity levels to meet FDA food-grade standards
• Ensure labeling specifies 'locust bean gum' to avoid misclassification under modified starches (1108)
• Check for modifications; if chemically altered beyond simple purification, it may shift to heading 3503