Textile Printing CMC Thickener Powder

High-substitution CMC powder ≥90% for reactive dye printing pastes in textiles. Primary form HTS 3912.31.00.10 per chapter polymer notes. Prevents dye bleeding.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+25.0%31.4%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%6.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%6.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%6.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%6.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3809.92.50Higher: 41% vs 31.4%

If finishing agents for textiles

Textile finishing chemicals classify under 3809.

3912.39.00Lower: 29.2% vs 31.4%

If combined with guar gum

Blends not meeting purity to 'Other cellulose ethers'.

3204.17Lower: 16.5% vs 31.4%

If part of synthetic dye paste

Synthetic organic coloring matter preps take precedence.

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Import Tips & Compliance

DS (degree of substitution) specs needed; color fastness tests optional

Pitfall: textile chemical shift to 3809

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