Locust Bean Gum Modified from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

6.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Document modification type (e.g

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