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%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Functionality equivalence tests vs. animal gelatin
• Allergen-free certification for legumes
• Avoid 'gelatin' term if pure plant to prevent misclassification