Ethyl Cellulose Soluble Film Strips
Water-soluble noncellular ethyl cellulose strips used for dissolvable packaging of detergents. These strips are classified under tariff item 3920.79.00 as they are plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of other cellulose derivatives, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
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 film is made of polyvinyl butyral instead of cellulose derivatives
Polyvinyl butyral is a different plastic material classified under its own subheading.
If the film is cellular or reinforced, laminated, or supported
Cellular or reinforced/supported plastics fall under heading 39.21 rather than 39.20.
If the strips are presented as finished packaging articles (e.g., pre-formed bags or pouches)
Finished packaging articles are classified under heading 39.23, not as plates, sheets, film, foil and strip.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the strips are non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, or supported with other materials to qualify for this tariff item
• Verify the cellulose derivative composition (ethyl cellulose) and provide a manufacturer's specification sheet to the CBSA if requested
• Consider whether the strips are put up in sets with other constituents, as Section Note 1 of Chapter 39 may direct classification elsewhere
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