Ethylcellulose Granules from Japan
Ethylcellulose is an ethyl ether derivative of cellulose used as a coating agent in tablets and in inks. It falls under HTS 3912.39.00.00 for other cellulose ethers in primary granular form, compliant with polymer predominance rules.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide granulometry and ethyl content certificates; ensure no further processing qualifies as primary; monitor REACH compliance for EU-origin goods