Potato-Based Pregel Starch for Pharmaceutical Capsules

Pregelatinized potato dextrin used as a filler and disintegrant in tablet formulations, under HTS 3505.10.0015 for potato-derived modified starches. It aids rapid dissolution in pharma applications. Excluded from Chapter 30 medicaments as it's a raw starch derivative.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3004.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If pre-mixed into medicinal formulations

Medicaments containing starch excipients are classified in Chapter 30 by therapeutic use.

1108.19.00Higher: 25% vs 17.5%

If simple dried potato starch without pregelatinization

Native starches without modification remain in Chapter 11.

3505.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If derived from rice starch

Rice starch modifications use subheading 3505.10.0030.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Supply USP/NF certificates confirming pharma grade and potato origin for seamless clearance

• File FDA Drug Establishment Registration if used in finished drugs to preempt holds

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