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1108.11.00.10 - For food use 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of Quantitykg
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)0.54¢/kg
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
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Column 2 Rate of Duty3.3¢/kg
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 1108.11.00.10, specifically classifies wheat starch intended for direct use in food applications. This includes wheat starch that has undergone processing to be suitable for consumption as a food ingredient, such as a thickener, binder, or texturizer. The "For food use" designation is the primary distinguishing criterion for this subheading, indicating that the starch has met the necessary purity and quality standards for ingestion.

It is important to differentiate this subheading from its sibling, 1108.11.00.90, which covers all other wheat starch not designated for food use. This might include industrial grades of wheat starch used in paper manufacturing, adhesives, or textiles, which do not necessarily meet the stringent requirements for food-grade products. The intended end-use is the key factor in determining the correct classification between these two subheadings.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is determined by the specific application of the wheat starch. Therefore, importers must carefully consider whether the wheat starch is destined for consumption as part of a food product or for industrial purposes to ensure accurate reporting to customs authorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 1108.11.00.10?
HTS code 1108.11.00.10 covers For food use under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 11: Products of the milling industry; malt; starches; inulin; wheat gluten.
›What products are classified under 1108.11.00.10?
This classification covers For food use. It is a subcategory of Wheat starch (1108.11.00).
›What is the import duty rate for 1108.11.00.10?
The general rate of duty for HTS 1108.11.00.10 is 0.54¢/kg. Special preferential rates may apply: Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG). The Column 2 rate is 3.3¢/kg.
›What unit of quantity is used for 1108.11.00.10?
Imports under HTS 1108.11.00.10 are measured in kg.
›Are there special tariff programs for 1108.11.00.10?
Yes, preferential rates may apply under programs including: Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) (duty-free treatment)., Australia Special Rate, Bahrain Special Rate, Chile Special Rate, Colombia Special Rate. And 12 more programs.
Go up to 1108.11.00 · Go up to Chapter 11: Products of the milling industry; malt; starches; inulin; wheat gluten

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