Hydroxyethyl Cellulose Flakes from China
Hydroxyethyl cellulose flakes are water-soluble thickeners for paints and cosmetics, a primary cellulose ether. Classified 3912.90.00.90 based on predominant hydroxyethyl 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
• Cosmetic-grade needs microbial testing certs; confirm molar substitution ratio; hygroscopic - use sealed liners