Modified Corn Starch Leather Filler
A filler paste with modified corn starch used for correcting leather surface defects during upholstery finishing. It levels scratches and fills pores before dyeing. This product is classified under tariff item 3809.10.00 as an amylaceous leather finishing preparation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the filler is used for leather but contains other non-amylaceous binding agents.
Subheading 3809.93 covers finishing agents for leather, which may include preparations with a basis other than starch.
If the product is used as a colorant or dye base rather than a filler.
Ink and dye preparations are classified in heading 3215, which covers printing inks and related products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the starch is modified but not chemically transformed into a separate product, as that could change classification
• Provide evidence of the product's use in leather finishing, such as technical data sheets, to support the 3809.10.00 classification
• Ensure the product does not contain any restricted substances under Canadian regulations for leather goods
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Cornstarch Fabric Dressing Emulsion
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Rice Starch Textile Softener Paste
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Sago Starch Paper Glazing Agent
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