α-Cellulose Microcrystalline Powder for Cosmetics from China
Powdered α-cellulose used as an absorbent and bulking agent in pressed powders, eyeshadows, and skincare formulations. Primary powdered form places it in HTS 3912.90.0010.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.2%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include cosmetic-grade purity tests; ensure no colorants to stay primary
• Watch for set classification if pre-mixed with pigments