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Pregelatinized Corn Starch for Instant Pudding from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

FDA prior notice required for food starch imports

Batch testing for microbiology/heavy metals essential

Label allergen-free if no corn declaration needed