Tapioca Starch Fabric Stiffener from Canada
Concentrated stiffener derived from tapioca starch used on lightweight summer fabrics and lace for apparel manufacturing. Provides temporary body removable by washing. Meets amylaceous basis criteria of 3809.10.00.00 for textile finishing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify tapioca origin (Thailand/Brazil common); provide dilution instructions
• Test for starch retrogradation issues in humid climates
• Not classifiable as laundry starch