Cellophane Film from Japan
Regenerated cellulose film used for packaging, such as food wrapping and cigarette packaging. It falls under HTS 3912.90.00 as a cellulose derivative in primary form, not elsewhere specified, derived from viscose process.
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
• Verify cellulose content exceeds 95% by weight to confirm primary form classification under chapter notes
• Provide certificates of analysis documenting chemical composition to avoid misclassification as finished packaging
• Ensure no plasticizers or additives push it into modified polymer subheadings