1302.39.00.90/Locust Bean Gum/Japan

Locust Bean Gum from Japan

Locust bean gum, extracted from the seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), serves as a natural gelling and thickening agent in dairy, bakery, and pet foods. It qualifies for HTS 1302.39.00.90 as a vegetable-derived mucilage not specified under locust bean subheading due to processing variations. Known for synergy with xanthan gum in creating stable gels.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Include seed origin affidavits and galactomannan content tests to support mucilage classification

• Comply with Kosher/Halal certifications popular for this product to ease market entry

Locust Bean Gum from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1302.39.00.90