Methylcellulose Powder from Japan

Methylcellulose is a methyl ether of cellulose, a natural polysaccharide, used as a thickener in food products and laxatives. It is classified in HTS 3913.90.20 for polysaccharide derivatives in primary forms such as fine powder.

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%

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