Pregelatinized Rice Starch from Japan
Pregelatinized rice starch allows cold-water dispersion for baby foods and pharmaceuticals. As a physically modified starch, it falls under HTS 3505.10.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify rice variety and pregelatinization method (drum drying vs. extrusion)
• Hypoallergenic certification valuable for pharmaceutical/baby food importers
• Ensure no gluten cross-contamination claims if marketed gluten-free