Cotton Linters for Nitrocellulose Production from Canada
Special-grade cotton linters selected for consistent fiber length and low impurities, ideal for nitration into nitrocellulose. HTS 1404.20.00.00 applies as these are raw or lightly purified vegetable linters, excluded from textile chapters. Used in inks, coatings, and propellants.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1450%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(3) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify end-use in commercial invoice to aid customs review; ensure explosion-proof packaging for safety declarations; monitor for seasonal duty quotas on agricultural imports