3809.92.10.00/Aromatic Guar Gum Derivative for Paper/Japan

Aromatic Guar Gum Derivative for Paper from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• 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