3913.90.50.00/Xanthan Gum Primary Form/Japan

Xanthan Gum Primary Form from Japan

Xanthan gum, produced by bacterial fermentation on natural sugars but classified as modified natural polymer, in primary powder for food and oil recovery. HTS 3913.90.5000 applies.

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%

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Import Tips

• Confirm fermentation origin documentation; viscosity specs critical for classification; avoid blending declarations leading to 'other' chemicals