Locust Bean Gum Powder from Japan
Locust bean gum from carob seeds is a galactomannan polysaccharide for ice cream thickening. HTS 3913.90.20.90 applies to its primary powder form as a natural derivative. Distinguished by plant source and lack of specific subheading.
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
• Galactomannan assays ensure polysaccharide predominance per rules
• Specify 'primary form' to avoid set classifications with other gums