Tapioca Starch Fabric Stiffener from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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