Modified Corn Starch for Drilling Fluids
High-stability modified corn starch used in oil drilling muds for viscosity control. Falls under HTS 3505.10.0040 as corn-derived modified starch for industrial use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If prepared drilling fluid additives
Complex chemical preparations for oilfield use in 3824.
If oil-based drilling compounds
Petroleum-based fluids classified by oil content.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include MSDS and OSHA compliance docs
• Declare as industrial chemical, not food
• Temperature/shear stability specs required
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