Corn-Based Dextrin Powder

Dextrin powder from corn starch hydrolysis has low reducing sugar content (<10% DE), used in adhesives and paper sizing. It qualifies for HTS 3505.10.0040 as corn-derived dextrin per chapter definition.

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.

1702.90.40.00Same rate: 17.5%

If DE exceeds 10% or maltodextrin grade

Chapter notes relegate higher DE products to sugars/ syrups in 1702.

3505.20.00.00Higher: 20.4% vs 17.5%

If formulated as starch-based glues

Glues based on these dextrins/modified starches shift to heading 3505.20.

3809.92.50.00Higher: 41% vs 17.5%

If used in finishing agents for textiles

Textile finishing preparations containing modified starch classified in Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit DE (dextrose equivalent) test results confirming <10% to meet dextrin definition

• Declare industrial vs food grade accurately for proper documentation

• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese corn dextrins