Tapioca Starch Fabric Stiffener from China
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 — China → United States
23%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify tapioca origin (Thailand/Brazil common); provide dilution instructions
• Test for starch retrogradation issues in humid climates
• Not classifiable as laundry starch