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Methyl Hydroxyethyl Cellulose from Japan

A mixed cellulose ether combining methyl and hydroxyethyl groups for use in plasters and adhesives. HTS 3912.39.00.00 applies as copolymers classified by predominant comonomer units.

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

• Analyze and document predominant monomer for classification; construction grades need TSCA notification; separate from pure HEC shipments