Ethylcellulose Powder

Ethylcellulose powder is a cellulose ether derivative in primary granular form, soluble in organic solvents, used in pharmaceuticals and coatings. It meets the criteria for 'other' cellulose derivatives under 3912.90.00.90 due to predominant ethyl cellulose content.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.2%+25.0%30.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.2%โ€”5.2%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.2%โ€”5.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5.2%โ€”5.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5.2%โ€”5.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3912.20.00Higher: 40.2% vs 30.2%

If specifically cellulose nitrates

Cellulose nitrates have dedicated subheadings, displacing 'other' classification.

3505.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 30.2%

If for industrial use as modified starch derivative

If marketed as starch graft copolymer rather than pure cellulose ether.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include lab certificates confirming ether substitution degree and purity; declare as non-hazardous if not; watch for contamination risks in shipping containers

Related Products under HTS 3912.90.00.90

Cellulose Acetate Flakes

Cellulose acetate flakes are primary form polymers derived from cellulose esterified with acetic acid, containing over 95% cellulose acetate by weight. They are used in the production of films, fibers, and plastics. Classified under 3912.90.00.90 as a cellulose chemical derivative not elsewhere specified in primary form.

Carboxymethyl Cellulose Granules

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.

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Pellets

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) pellets serve as controlled-release agents in pharmaceuticals, a cellulose ether with mixed substituents. Falls under 3912.90.00.90 per subheading note (a)(4) based on predominant cellulose content.

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate Resin

Cellulose acetate butyrate resin is a mixed ester derivative in primary flake form for tool handles and eyeglass frames. Classified as 'other' cellulose derivative under 3912.90.00.90 since mixed esters don't fit specific subheadings.

Cyanoethyl Cellulose Powder

Cyanoethyl cellulose powder, an ether derivative with cyanoethyl groups, used in electronics and adhesives. Meets 3912.90.00.90 as other primary cellulose derivative per predominance rules.

Benzyl Cellulose Granules

Benzyl cellulose granules are cellulose ethers used in lacquers and inks, with benzyl groups predominant. Classified under HTS 3912.90.00.90 for other cellulose derivatives in primary forms.