Methylcellulose Powder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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