Hydroxyethyl Cellulose from Japan
Hydroxyethyl cellulose is an non-ionic cellulose ether polysaccharide used in paints, cosmetics, and construction. It is a derivative under HTS 3913.90.20 in primary granular or powder form.
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%
Import Tips
• Molecular weight specs aid classification verification
• Avoid packaging that suggests Chapter 39 household articles