3912.90.00.90/Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Pellets/Japan

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Pellets from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Submit DMF (Drug Master File) for pharma grades; confirm copolymer ratios <5% non-cellulose; use ventilated containers to maintain low humidity