1302.39.00 - Other

HTS 1302.39.00 encompasses vegetable-derived mucilages and thickeners that do not fall under the specific classifications of agar-agar (1302.31.00.00) or those derived from locust beans, locust bean seeds, or guar seeds (1302.32.00). This category is reserved for those substances exhibiting gelling, thickening, or emulsifying properties, typically used in food products, pharmaceuticals, or industrial applications. The key criterion for inclusion here is the vegetable origin of the mucilage or thickener, coupled with the exclusion from more specific categories.

This "Other" category serves as a residual classification for vegetable mucilages and thickeners that don't fit the defined parameters of agar-agar, known for its seaweed origin, or the bean-derived gums. For example, products like carrageenan, derived from red seaweed, and other less common vegetable extracts utilized for their rheological properties would be considered under this heading if not specifically enumerated elsewhere.

Within HTS 1302.39.00, further subdivision exists to provide more granular classification. Subcategory 1302.39.00.10 specifically addresses Carrageenan, distinguishing it due to its widespread use and distinct source. The remaining substances that meet the general definition of vegetable mucilages and thickeners but are not carrageenan are then classified under the residual subcategory 1302.39.00.90, "Other," ensuring a comprehensive capture of all relevant materials.