Hydroxypropyl Corn Starch
Etherified corn starch modified with hydroxypropyl groups for improved stability in pharmaceuticals and foods. Falls under HTS 3505.10.0040 as a corn-derived modified starch.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +20.0% | 20% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +60.0% | 60% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pharmaceutical sugar derivative
Certain modified starch sugars for pharma fall under Chapter 29 organics.
If sourced from wheat starch
Source-specific subheading; wheat derivation uses other subheading.
If pre-formulated into medicaments
Chapter 35 excludes medicaments; finished pharma products in Chapter 30.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include etherification degree and substitution specs in entry docs
• For pharma use, prepare USP compliance certificates
Related Products under HTS 3505.10.00.40
Corn-Derived Pregelatinized Starch
Pregelatinized starch derived from corn (maize) is a modified starch that has been cooked and dried to allow instant dispersion in cold water. It falls under HTS 3505.10.0040 as a dextrin or other modified starch specifically derived from corn starch, used in food and industrial applications for thickening.
Corn Starch Octenyl Succinate (OSA Starch)
OSA-modified corn starch is an esterified starch derived from corn, used as an emulsifier in food beverages and sauces. Classified under HTS 3505.10.0040 for its corn origin and chemical modification as an esterified starch.
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.
Corn Starch Acetate
Acetylated corn starch, an esterified form used in biodegradable plastics and coatings. HTS 3505.10.0040 covers this corn-derived esterified modified starch.
Pregelatinized Corn Starch for Instant Pudding
Food-grade pregelatinized corn starch designed for instant puddings and desserts, disperses without cooking. Classified HTS 3505.10.0040 as corn-derived pregelatinized modified starch.
Corn Dextrin for Paper Sizing
Low-viscosity corn dextrin used in surface sizing of paper for improved print quality. HTS 3505.10.0040 for corn-derived dextrins.