Vital Wheat Gluten from Mexico
Concentrated wheat protein extracted for its viscoelastic properties, used in baking and seitan production. Classified in HTS 2106.10.00.00 as a protein concentrate, though sometimes debated with Chapter 35.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide wet gluten content test results (>70%) to support classification as concentrate
• Declare glutenin/gliadin protein profile to distinguish from starch products
• Watch for EU import restrictions if transshipping, due to gluten sensitivity concerns