Hydroxypropylated Potato Starch from Japan
Hydroxypropylated potato starch undergoes etherification for better thickening in low-pH foods like yogurt and dressings. It is an 'other' modified starch under HTS 3505.10.00.92, valued for its shear-thinning properties. Commonly used in industrial food manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit chemical modification specs from manufacturer to Customs, as hydroxypropylation distinguishes it from native potato starch
• Ensure compliance with FDA GRAS status documentation for food contact imports to avoid holds
• Declare exact substitution levels (e.g
• 0.1-0.4 DS) on entry to preempt audits on classification