Synthetic Wet Strength Resin from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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