Food-Grade CMC E466 Thickener from Mexico
E466 food-grade sodium carboxymethylcellulose acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer in ice cream and sauces. Under HTS 3912.31.00.90 as other carboxymethylcellulose salts in primary form, compliant with 95% monomer content. Imported for processed food formulation.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FDA GRAS status docs required; test for heavy metals to meet food import standards
• Specify 'primary form powder' not 'prepared additive' to avoid Chapter 38 reclassification