Carboxymethyl Starch Powder from Japan

Carboxymethyl starch is a starch derivative used as a binder in paper and pharma tablets. It is classified under HTS 3913.90.20.90 as a polysaccharide derivative in primary powder form. Meets criteria as modified natural polymer not elsewhere specified.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

5.8%

Rate breakdown

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

Confirm starch base >95% via analysis to apply subheading polymer rules

Invoice as 'primary powder' vs 'industrial binder' for correct heading

Carboxymethyl Starch Powder from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3913.90.20.90