Hydroxypropyl Cellulose (HPC) from China
HPC is a derivative used in tablet coatings, hot-melt extrusion, and cosmetics for film-forming properties. Classified in HTS 3912.39.00.00 as other cellulose ethers based on hydroxypropyl predominance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify hydroxypropyl content >95% per subheading note (a)(1); pharma imports require DMF filing; avoid moisture contamination affecting classification