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Xanthan Gum Powder from Mexico

Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide produced by bacterial fermentation of glucose, used as a stabilizer in food and oil drilling. It is classified in HTS 3913.90.20.90 as a natural polysaccharide derivative in primary powder form, not specified elsewhere. This covers its raw, unprocessed state.

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

Include microbial origin certification to confirm natural polysaccharide status vs synthetic

Specify 'primary form' in invoices; formulated mixes go to food headings

Xanthan Gum Powder from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3913.90.20.90