Potato Dextrin Adhesive for Envelope Sealing from Japan
Dextrin powder from potato starch used in remoistenable adhesives for envelopes and labels, precisely under HTS 3505.10.0015. It forms a tacky paste when wetted, providing strong bond without solvents. Qualifies as dextrin per chapter notes excluding high-sugar products.
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
• Provide lab tests proving potato starch base and dextrin conversion to prevent downclassification errors
• Include safety data sheets for industrial adhesive use to meet DOT and customs chemical import rules
• Watch for bulk vs packaged imports; retail packs may trigger different marking requirements