Vegan Gelatin Mimic Powder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Functionality equivalence tests vs. animal gelatin
• Allergen-free certification for legumes
• Avoid 'gelatin' term if pure plant to prevent misclassification