Cassia Gum Powder from Japan
Cassia gum, from cassia tora seeds, is a polysaccharide thickener for pet food and industrial uses. Falls under HTS 3913.90.20.90 as other polysaccharide derivative in primary powder. Natural galactomannan base qualifies it here.
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 compliance docs for food contact; confirm <95% impurities
• Invoice distinctly from guar to prevent grouping errors