Paper Surface Sizing Polymer

Styrene-acrylic copolymer emulsion applied at size press for paper surface strength and printability. Falls under HTS 3809.92.5050 as paper finishing agent improving coating holdout and ink receptivity. Used on coated publication and board grades.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3902.90.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41%

If bulk polymer dispersion

Primary polymer forms without paper formulation additives classify as plastics.

3809.91.00.00Same rate: 41%

If textile sizing specifications

Warp sizing formulations for textiles have different rheology requirements.

3215.19Lower: 11.8% vs 41%

If contains printing ink colorants

Ink printing pastes dominate over sizing function.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Include glass transition temperature specs for classification; certify VOC content <3%; provide size press application data vs internal sizing

Related Products under HTS 3809.92.50.00

AKD Wax Emulsion Sizing Agent

Alkyl ketene dimer (AKD) wax emulsion is a hydrophobic sizing agent applied during paper manufacturing to impart water resistance to paper surfaces. It falls under HTS 3809.92.5050 as a finishing preparation specifically used in the paper industry for surface treatment. This product prevents ink feathering and improves print quality on writing and packaging papers.

Cationic Starch Retention Aid

Modified cationic starch solution used in paper mills to improve fiber and filler retention during the papermaking process. Classified under HTS 3809.92.5050 as a paper industry finishing preparation that enhances sheet formation and reduces white water solids. It improves paper strength and machine efficiency.

Synthetic Wet Strength Resin

Polyamide-epichlorohydrin (PAE) resin applied to paper during manufacturing to maintain strength when wet. Falls under HTS 3809.92.5050 as a paper finishing agent essential for tissue, towel, and liquid packaging papers. Provides permanent wet strength without affecting paper recyclability.

Fluorescent Whitening Agent for Paper

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.

Dry Strength Additive Polyacrylamide

Anionic polyacrylamide emulsion increases paper dry tensile strength and burst resistance during sheet formation. Classified HTS 3809.92.5050 as paper finishing preparation improving machine direction strength. Essential for linerboard and sack paper production.

Defoamer Silicone Emulsion for Paper

Silicone-based antifoam emulsion controls foam generation in paper mill white water systems and size press applications. HTS 3809.92.5050 as paper finishing preparation preventing process disruptions and defects. Maintains consistent paper quality and production rates.