Fluorescent Whitening Agent for Paper from Japan
Optical brightening agent (OBA) containing stilbene derivatives that absorb UV light and emit blue light for paper brightening. HTS 3809.92.5050 classification for paper industry finishing preparations enhancing visual brightness without affecting paper structure. Used in printing and writing 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
• Comply with FDA indirect food additive regs for paper contacting food; provide shade matching data for paper end-use; test for stilbene content to avoid dye classification