Tapioca Dextrin for Adhesives from Germany
Tapioca dextrin, derived from cassava starch, offers high tack for envelope and postage stamp adhesives. Classified in HTS 3505.10.00.20 as other dextrins with DE <10%, used in modified form excluding chapter-prohibited items.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
• Specify cassava/tapioca source in invoices; may affect biotech regs in some markets
• Confirm no GMO content if targeting organic claims during import
• Package in moisture-proof bags to prevent caking, a common inspection issue