Food Grade CMC E466 Thickener Powder
E466 certified food-grade carboxymethylcellulose powder ≥90% CMC, for ice cream and gluten-free baking. HTS 3912.31.00.10 for primary cellulose ether form with predominant CMC unit. Bulk packed for food processing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed into food preparations
Food preps containing CMC as thickener classify under Chapter 21 mixtures.
If hydroxypropyl substitution >5%
Copolymers not meeting 95% named unit per note (a)(2) go to Other.
If imported as dextrin-based thickener
Dextrins and modified starches take precedence if starch-derived.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include E466/FCC certs and heavy metal tests; declare as 'primary thickener' not additive blend
• Pitfall: food labeling causing shift to Chapter 21
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