Cellulose Acetate Butyrate from Japan
Cellulose acetate butyrate combines acetate and butyrate esters on cellulose, used in specialty plastics and coatings. While typically Chapter 39, high-purity monomeric analogs classify under HTS 2940.00.60.00 as chemically pure sugar esters. Provides mixed ester functionality for thermoplastic applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify degree of polymerization <50 for monomeric classification; Provide infrared spectra showing ester carbonyls; Avoid Chapter 39 plastics confusion with monomer paperwork