Cassia Gum Powder from Japan

Cassia gum, from the seeds of Cassia tora or obtusifolia, acts as a thickener in pet foods and industrial glues, similar to guar but with higher temperature stability. HTS 1302.39.00.90 covers it as an 'other' vegetable mucilage, unmodified and derived from legumes. Primarily used where cost-effective thickening is needed.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Test for cassia alkaloids to ensure below regulatory limits for food/pet use

• Document non-GMO status if targeting organic markets