Cellulose Acetate Window Film from Japan
Ultra-thin cellulose acetate film (0.04 mm thick) used as transparent windows in envelopes and packaging. Classified under HTS 3920.79.10.00 as 'other' nonreinforced film of cellulose derivatives not over 0.076 mm. Meets polymer classification rules for cellulose acetate as a chemical derivative.
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
• Include FTIR spectroscopy reports proving cellulose acetate composition to comply with subheading note (a)(1); watch for lamination which shifts to 3920.92
• Declare exact thickness on entry docs; pitfall is classifying thicker films incorrectly