Modified Lignosulfonate Paper Dispersant from Japan
Aromatic-modified lignosulfonate (>5% aromatics) used as dispersant for fillers and pigments in paper coating colors and as drainage aid. Meets HTS 3809.92.10.00 for paper industry finishing preparations.
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
• Sulfonation degree and aromatic substitution documented for classification
• Distinguish from concrete admixtures by paper-specific viscosity specs
• Biobased content certification aids green chemistry import preferences