Konjac Flour (Glucomannan Powder) from Japan
Konjac flour, rich in glucomannan from Amorphophallus konjac tubers, is used as a dietary fiber thickener in noodles, jellies, and weight-loss products. HTS 1302.39.00 includes it as a vegetable mucilage thickener.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Glucomannan purity >90% certification prevents reclass to starches
• Comply with Prop 65 labeling for California imports due to fiber content