Cellulose Acetate Ophthalmic Blister Film

Clear noncellular cellulose acetate sheets for eye drop blister packaging, thermoformable. Classifies in 3920.79.5000 as other non-reinforced cellulose films.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3920Same rate: 38.7%

If acrylic polymer based

Material change to polymers of specific monomers.

3004.90Lower: 10% vs 38.7%

If part of sterile med kit

Pharma sets classify under Chapter 30.

9018.90.75Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If for ophthalmic instruments

End-use with medical devices shifts to Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Medical device registration if > certain thickness

β€’ Sterility certifications essential

β€’ Pitfall: blister forming suggests 3923 but raw film stays 3920

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