Sodium CMC for Toothpaste Grade from Germany
Specialty sodium carboxymethylcellulose for toothpaste thickening, providing suspension and stability. Primary form classification under HTS 3912.31.00 as CMC salt.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with oral care cosmetic regs (21 CFR 700); specify gel strength; avoid moisture >8% to prevent clumping claims