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3505.10.00.40/Corn Starch Acetate/Japan

Corn Starch Acetate from Japan

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 — 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%
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Import Tips

• Document acetylation process and degree of substitution

• Biodegradability claims require third-party testing for customs

• Segregate from unmodified starch shipments