Synthetic Wet Strength Resin from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include EPA wastewater discharge data for resin use; certify low residual epichlorohydrin levels (<50 ppm); distinguish from dry strength resins which may classify differently

Synthetic Wet Strength Resin from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3809.92.50.00