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Dextrin Powder for Paper Sizing

Roasted starch dextrin powder provides adhesion in paper manufacturing. Low reducing sugar content keeps it under HTS 3505.10.00 as dextrins.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3505.20.00Higher: 22.9% vs 20%

If pre-mixed with water/borax as ready adhesive

Completed starch glues classified separately from dry dextrins.

4823.20Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If applied and dried on paper during manufacture

Filter paper/media with applied starch becomes Chapter 48 product.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Roasting temperature/time records prove true dextrin formation

• Industrial end-use declaration avoids food channel inspections

• Dust hazard warnings required for industrial packaging