Instantized Pregel Starch for Sports Drinks

Instantized pregelatinized starch dissolves rapidly in sports drink powders. Physical modification via cooking/drying places it in HTS 3505.10.00.

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.

2106.90.52Same rate: 17.5%

If pre-blended with electrolytes/flavors for retail

Sports drink powder preparations go to subheading 2106.90.

1702.30Lower: 15.1% vs 17.5%

If maltodextrin-like with higher DE from same process

DE >10% products excluded by chapter note to sugars.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Particle size distribution data shows instantization success

Solubility tests (>95% cold water) validate pregel status

Avoid flavor/sweetener blends that trigger food preparation status