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3809.92.50.00/Synthetic Wet Strength Resin/Japan

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

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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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