Microcrystalline Cellulose Powder from China
Powdered cellulose derivative used as excipient in pharmaceuticals and food thickener. Classified in HTS 3912.90.00 as other cellulose chemical derivatives in primary forms like powder.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.2%
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)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include particle size distribution and purity certificates to prove primary form status
• Comply with FDA import requirements for pharma/food contact materials
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests finished goods under 3923/3924