Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Granules from China
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) is a semi-synthetic derivative of cellulose used in primary granule form for coatings, capsules, and construction mortars. Classified under HTS 3913.90.5000 as a modified natural polymer in primary form, not covered elsewhere.
Duty Rate — China → United States
31.5%
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
• Provide lab analysis showing cellulose base >95% to distinguish from synthetics; label viscosity grade accurately for end-use compliance; watch for reclassification if blended exceeding natural polymer criteria