Sago Pearls
Pearls formed from sago palm starch, used in puddings and beverages. Processed from sago starch into pearl shapes, qualifying under HTS 1903.00.20.00 for starch substitutes in pearl form from sago.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in raw wheat starch form
Raw sago starch without forming into pearls is classified as starch in 1108.
If from dried cassava roots, not processed starch
Unprocessed dried cassava roots fall under chapter 07 for manioc/cassava.
If baked into biscuits or wafers
Further processing into baked goods moves to heading 1905.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain botanical certification confirming sago palm origin to differentiate from cassava-based products
• Ensure processing docs show formation into pearls, not just raw extraction
• Watch for contamination with other starches that could trigger duty under different subheadings
Related Products under HTS 1903.00.20.00
Tapioca Pearls
Small, spherical beads made from cassava starch, commonly used in bubble tea and desserts. These pearls are processed into a uniform, pearl-like form from tapioca starch derived from cassava roots, fitting under HTS 1903.00.20.00 as substitutes prepared from starch in pearl form.
Cassava Tapioca Flakes
Dried flakes made from cassava starch, used in baking and thickening. These are prepared from cassava into flake form as a starch substitute, directly under HTS 1903.00.20.00.
Arrowroot Powder Pearls
Pearls produced from arrowroot starch, gluten-free for desserts. Formed into pearl-like grains from arrowroot, classifying under HTS 1903.00.20.00 for specific starch sources.
Tapioca Siftings
Fine siftings byproduct from cassava starch processing, used in gluten-free baking. These granular siftings from cassava qualify as similar forms under HTS 1903.00.20.00.
Sago Grains
Granular sago starch used in porridges and soups. Processed from sago into grain form as a prepared substitute, under HTS 1903.00.20.00.
Cassava Starch Flakes
Thin flakes from cassava root starch for instant puddings. Prepared flake form from cassava, specifically HTS 1903.00.20.00.