Carboxymethyl Cellulose Granules from Japan
Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) granules are water-soluble cellulose ether polymers used as thickeners in food and detergents. Classified in 3912.90.00.90 as other primary cellulose derivatives where CMC monomer units predominate.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice for food-grade imports; provide substitution degree specs per subheading notes; segregate from other chemicals to prevent cross-contamination