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Alum Precipitating Aid from Japan

Polymeric coagulant aid used with papermaker's alum to enhance charge neutralization and precipitation. HTS 3809.92.5050 classification for paper finishing preparation improving retention and drainage. Critical for high-filler content printing papers.

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

• Pair with alum usage data in technical file; specify zeta potential reduction capability; avoid water treatment classification under 3825