1108.13.00 - Potato starch

This HTS category specifically covers potato starch, a starchy product derived from potatoes. It is characterized by its specific origin from the potato tuber and its typical properties as a thickening agent, binder, or texturizer, distinct from starches obtained from other sources. Potato starch is commonly utilized in the food industry for products such as sauces, soups, baked goods, and confectionery, as well as in non-food applications like paper manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.

Within the broader classification of starches, 1108.13.00 is distinguished from its siblings by the raw material used in its production. Unlike wheat starch (1108.11.00), corn starch (1108.12.00), or cassava starch (1108.14.00.00), the classifying feature here is exclusively the potato as the source of the starch. It also differs from "other starches" (1108.19.00) which would encompass starches derived from less common botanical sources.

This classification is further subdivided to reflect the end-use of the potato starch. The subcategories 1108.13.00.10 and 1108.13.00.90 differentiate between potato starch intended for direct human consumption, such as in food ingredients, and potato starch designated for other purposes, which could include industrial or technical applications. This distinction is crucial for determining applicable duties and regulations.