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%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
• 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