Cassia Gum Powder from Japan
Cassia gum, extracted from Cassia tora seeds, is a natural thickener used in pet foods, canned meats, and cheese products for water-binding. HTS 1302.39.00 covers it as an other vegetable-derived mucilage.
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%
Import Tips
• FDA GRAS affirmation required; include toxicology data for novel use approvals
• Test for anthraquinone impurities (<0.5 ppm) to pass customs inspection
• Declare as 'cassia split gum' to avoid confusion with guar or locust bean