Non-Plasticized Cellulose Acetate Flakes from Japan
Flakes of cellulose acetate produced by esterification of cellulose with acetic anhydride, containing less than 95% monomer units by weight and non-plasticized. Classified under HTS 3912.11.00.00 as non-plasticized cellulose acetates in primary forms, not further processed into plastics or articles.
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
• Verify acetylation degree via lab analysis to confirm non-plasticized status and 95% monomer contribution per subheading note (a)(1)
• Provide manufacturer's certificate specifying no plasticizers added to avoid reclassification to plasticized subheadings