Ethylcellulose Powder from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.7%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include lab certificates confirming ether substitution degree and purity; declare as non-hazardous if not; watch for contamination risks in shipping containers