Psyllium Husk Powder from Germany
Psyllium husk powder from Plantago ovata provides mucilaginous thickening for laxatives, gluten-free baking, and ice cream stabilization. HTS 1302.39.00.90 captures it as a vegetable mucilage, valued for swelling 10-15 times in water. Widely used in pharmaceutical and natural health products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Swelling index testing required for pharma grade verification
• India-origin docs common; ensure phytosanitary compliance
• Dust hazard in handling; specify anti-static bags