Cassia Gum Powder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• FDA compliance docs for food contact; confirm <95% impurities
• Invoice distinctly from guar to prevent grouping errors