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Methylcellulose Powder from Japan

Powdered methyl ether of cellulose for food and pharma applications. HTS 3912.90.00 as other cellulose chemical derivatives.

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

• Methoxyl content documentation prevents specific ether misclassification

• GRAS affirmation for food-grade imports

• Prevent moisture absorption affecting primary form status