Dextrin for Paper Sizing from Japan
White dextrin produced by acid hydrolysis of starch for surface sizing in paper manufacturing, improving printability. HTS 3505.10.00.92 covers this low-solubility dextrin with reducing sugars ≤10%. Excludes printing gelatin products per chapter notes.
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
• Measure reducing sugar content per chapter note method to confirm ≤10% for 3505 eligibility
• Declare industrial end-use explicitly to avoid food-grade scrutiny
• Dust-proof packaging prevents CBP sampling issues during inspection