Gallotannin extract

🌿 Gallotannin Extract (Vegetable Sap/Extract)

🌐 HS Code Reference & Customs Clearance Guide | 2026 Latest Tariff Analysis | Professional Compliance Strategy
📌 I. Product Definition & Classification: Do You Know "Gallotannin Extract"?

Gallotannin extract is a natural polyphenolic compound derived from plant sources (commonly from Terra Cinnamomi, oak galls, or other tannin-rich plants). In international trade, it falls under Chapter 13: Vegetable Saps and Extracts; Pectic Substances; Agar-Agar and Other Mucilages and Thickeners.

Specifically, it is classified as a "Vegetable Sap/Extract" that is not specified in more specific subheadings (like those for pectin, agar, or specific medicinal extracts). Therefore, it defaults to the "Other" category under 1302.19.

⚠️ Critical Distinction:
- If the product is 100% pure gallotannin (isolated chemical substance) → It might fall under Chapter 29 (Organic Chemicals), specifically 2938.90 (Pharmacologial substances not elsewhere specified).
- However, if it is an extract (even if concentrated) derived from vegetable material and not further processed into a distinct isolated chemical, it must be classified under Chapter 13.
- Most commercial "Gallotannin Extracts" are treated as vegetable extracts (Chapter 13) unless explicitly certified as isolated pure chemicals with >99% purity and specific chemical definition.

📦 II. HS Code Classification Details (2026 Latest Tariff Authority)

Based on the provided <DATA>, the relevant HS Codes for Gallotannin Extract (as a vegetable extract) are:

🔍 Key Reminder:
- Gallotannin extract is NOT Cashew Nut Shell Liquid.
- It belongs to 1302.19.91.40 ("Other" vegetable extracts).
- If you mistakenly declare it as 1302.19.91.20 (Cashew), customs will reject it or reclassify it, causing delays.

💰 III. 2026 Latest Tariff Rate Breakdown (Including Additional Duties)

✅ Applicable Country: United States (US)
✅ Origin: China (CN)
✅ Effective Date: November 10, 2025 onwards (for subsequent imports)

🎯 1. 1302.19.91.40 —— Other Vegetable Saps and Extracts (Including Gallotannin Extract)

📌 Explanation:
- Base Rate: 0% (China has 0% MFN base rate for most vegetable extracts).
- Section 301 Duty: 7.5% is explicitly listed for 1302.19.91.40 under the US Trade Representative’s Section 301 tariff list.
- Total Cost: You pay 7.5% of the CIF value as tariff.
- No IEEPA Surcharge: Unlike electronics or certain chemicals, vegetable extracts do not carry the additional IEEPA 10% surcharge (which applies to sectors like semiconductors, EVs, etc.).
- Total Effective Rate = 7.5%.

🛠️ IV. Customs Clearance Practical Advice (Real-World Pitfall Guide)

✅ 1. Required Documentation (Do Not Skip)

✅ 2. Declaration Tips (Key Mnemonic)

🔥 "Extract not CNSL, Chapter 13, 7.5% duty, Purity matters!"

📌 Note on Purity:
- If your gallotannin is >99% pure and is an isolated chemical compound, consult a customs broker to see if 2938.90.00.00 (Other pharmacological substances) is more appropriate. However, most industrial/commercial gallotannin extracts (80-95%) are safely declared under 1302.19.91.40.

✅ 3. Special Cases

🌍 V. Global Customs Comparison (2026)

📌 Conclusion:
- USA is the only major market with an additional 7.5% duty on this product (if from China).
- All other major markets (EU, UK, Canada, Australia) charge 0%.
- Strategy: Consider sourcing from or transshipping through non-China origins if targeting the US market heavily, or factor 7.5% into cost calculations.

📌 VI. Common Mistakes & Pitfalls (Lessons Learned)

❌ Mistake 1: Declaring Gallotannin Extract as 1302.19.91.20 (Cashew Nut Shell Liquid)
👉 Consequence: Customs will reject or reclassify. CNSL has different regulatory controls. Delay & Penalty.

❌ Mistake 2: Ignoring Section 301 Duty
👉 Consequence: Underpayment of 7.5% tariff. Back-taxes + Interest + Possible Penalties.

❌ Mistake 3: Using vague description "Plant Extract"
👉 Consequence: Customs may classify as "Other" under higher duty rates or require additional testing. Customs hold.

❌ Mistake 4: Not providing Purity Level
👉 Consequence: If purity is very high (>99%), customs may argue it’s a chemical (2938) instead of extract (1302). While duty may be similar, it creates inconsistency. Provide clear COA.

✅ Correct Practice:

"Gallotannin Extract, Vegetable Origin, Purity 95%, HS Code 1302.19.91.40, Section 301 Applicable."

🎯 VII. Conclusion: Smart Classification, Cost Control!

🎯 Remember the Key Points:

🔹 HS Code: 1302.19.91.40 (Other Vegetable Extracts)
🔹 Total Duty (US from China): 7.5%
🔹 Not CNSL: Do not use 1302.19.91.20
🔹 Documentation: COA, SDS, Invoice must be clear.

📌 Pro Tip:
If your gallotannin extract is shipped from Vietnam or Thailand, check if USMCA or ASEAN FTAs apply (though US does not have FTA with Vietnam/Thailand, so 7.5% still likely applies unless transshipped properly).
For US imports, always budget 7.5% extra duty.

📣 Immediate Action:

📞 Contact Customs Broker + Provide COA + Confirm HS Code 1302.19.91.40
🚀 Clear Customs Smoothly, Control Costs, Maximize Profit!

✨ Professional Customs Clearance Starts with Accurate Classification!
💼 Every Percent Counts in Global Trade!