Corn Starch Acetate from Canada
Acetylated corn starch, an esterified form used in biodegradable plastics and coatings. HTS 3505.10.0040 covers this corn-derived esterified modified starch.
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
• Document acetylation process and degree of substitution
• Biodegradability claims require third-party testing for customs
• Segregate from unmodified starch shipments