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Vegan Gelatin Mimic Powder from Japan

Pea starch and agar-based powder mimicking animal gelatin gelling properties for vegan baking. Still under 2106.90.58.90 as 'of gelatin' per culinary function despite plant origin.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Functionality equivalence tests vs. animal gelatin

Allergen-free certification for legumes

Avoid 'gelatin' term if pure plant to prevent misclassification