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Locust Bean Gum Modified

Chemically modified locust bean gum from carob seeds, in primary form for food stabilizers. As a modified natural polymer, classified under HTS 3913.90.5000.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1302Lower: 13.2% vs 31.5%

If natural, unmodified locust bean gum

Unmodified mucilages stay in Chapter 13.

2106.90Lower: 16.4% vs 31.5%

If food preparations containing it

Mixed into flavoring compounds moves to Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document modification type (e.g

• hydroxypropylation); GRAS affirmation needed for food use; ensure primary powder/granule form declaration

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