Formaldehyde-Free Paper Wet-Strength Resin

Aminoplast resin with aromatic modifiers (>5% by weight) providing wet strength to specialty papers like filter paper and labels. Classified HTS 3809.92.10.00 for paper finishing with aromatic substance requirement.

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.

3506.91Lower: 12.1% vs 41.5%

If considered adhesive preparation

Prepared adhesives have separate chapter from finishing agents.

3809.93.50Lower: 41% vs 41.5%

If aromatic content under 5% threshold

Composition threshold determines specific subheading within paper agents.

3909.40.00Same rate: 41.5%

If imported as primary amino-resin form

Polymers in primary form exclude finishing preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Formaldehyde content certification critical for both classification and REACH compliance

Wet-strength performance data distinguishes from general paper adhesives

Prevent misclassification by specifying paper recycling compatibility

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