3912.31.00.10/Industrial CMC Binder for Ceramics/Japan

Industrial CMC Binder for Ceramics from Japan

High-viscosity CMC powder ≥90% carboxymethylcellulose for ceramic tile binders and glazes. Primary polymer form under HTS 3912.31.00.10 per weight predominance rules. Used in manufacturing processes.

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

• Specify viscosity type (e.g

• 4000 cps) in docs; bulk import requires dust hazard declarations

• Common error: grouping with ceramic materials under 6903