Aromatic Guar Gum Derivative for Paper

Hydroxypropyl guar modified with aromatic quaternary groups (>5%) used as dry strength additive and drainage aid in fine paper production. HTS 3809.92.10.00 for paper finishing with aromatic threshold met.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

1302.32.00Lower: 17.5% vs 41.5%

If imported as unmodified guar gum extract

Mucilages in primary form exclude chemically modified preparations.

3809.93.10Same rate: 41.5%

If aromatic content below classification threshold

5% aromatic minimum required for this specific subheading.

3912.39.00Lower: 29.2% vs 41.5%

If bulk cellulose derivative without paper formulation

Cellulose polymers classified separately from finishing agents.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Degree of substitution (DS) values document aromatic modification level

Paper machine trial data proves finishing agent functionality

Avoid food additive classification by specifying industrial paper use

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