Corn Starch Tapioca Substitute Grains

Grains from corn starch mimicking tapioca for gluten-free products. Under HTS 1903.00.40.00 as other grain forms from starch substitutes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1108.12.00Higher: 35% vs 7.5%

If unformed corn starch

Basic corn starch in 1108 before grain preparation.

1102.20.00.00Higher: 35% vs 7.5%

If maize flour/meal base

If corn-derived but flour-like, under chapter 11 maize.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Corn origin may trigger USMCA preferences; GMO status disclosure required