Casein Filler for Plastics from Japan
Fine-ground casein acting as a biodegradable filler in plastic compounds, under HTS 3501.10.5000 for other industrial casein derivatives.
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
• Certify particle size for filler use to prevent glue misclassification
• Comply with TSCA for US plastic additive notifications
• Ensure non-hardened state per Chapter 39 exclusions