Marshmallow Root Extract Powder from China
Marshmallow root extract powder (Althaea officinalis) yields mucilage for cough syrups and protective ointments, with emollient effects. Fits HTS 1302.39.00.90 as an unmodified vegetable thickener. Historical use in confections inspires modern vegan marshmallows.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.7%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Standardize to 10-20% mucilage content via specs
• Pesticide residue common concern for roots
• Hygroscopic; silica desiccants in shipments