Sago Pearls from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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