Wheat Starch for Paper Production from Japan
Specialty wheat starch for surface sizing in paper mills, classified as pure starch under 1108.11.00. Low ash ensures not bran per Chapter 11 (A).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide ash content certificate; declare HS accurately to avoid 3809
• Bulk shipments need proper ventilation to prevent caking