Corn Starch Acetate from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, 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