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Mercerization Alkali Stabilizer for Cotton from Japan

Specialty additive that stabilizes caustic soda concentration during mercerization of cotton yarns, improving luster and dye uptake. Critical for premium cotton shirting production. 3809.91.00 for textile wet processing chemicals.

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

• Document mercerization tension equipment compatibility in technical data

• Monitor sodium content declarations for accurate chemical safety filing

• Provide before/after fiber strength test data proving textile process efficacy