Plasticized CAB Resin Powder from Japan
Powdered plasticized cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB), a thermoplastic resin used in coatings and adhesives for flexible films. HTS 3912.12.00.00 covers this as plasticized cellulose acetate derivative in primary powder form, distinguished by plasticizer incorporation for pliability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.6%
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
• Conduct solubility tests to prove plasticized status, as required for primary form verification
• Include supplier specs on dry vs wet basis polymer content to meet 95% monomer rule
• Avoid misdeclaration as unplasticized, which could lead to audits and penalties