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Locust Bean Gum Modified from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document modification type (e.g

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