Methylcellulose Powder from Germany
Methylcellulose is a methyl ether of cellulose used in food as a thickener and in pharmaceuticals for controlled-release tablets. It qualifies for HTS 3912.39.00.00 as a primary form cellulose ether where methyl groups predominate over other comonomers.
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
• Label with exact viscosity grade and substitution degree for CBP review; obtain FDA prior notice for food-grade imports; watch for reclassification if granulated for retail