Cellulose Acetate Window Film from Japan
Thin, flexible noncellular film of cellulose acetate used in envelopes or as protective window patches. Classified in 3920.79.5000 as 'other' sheets of cellulose derivatives, non-reinforced and unsupported. Meets polymer predominance rules in subheading notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label with exact chemical derivative (e.g
• cellulose acetate) and weight composition for verification
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial film under different rules
• Common pitfall: incorrect thickness measurement leading to cellular classification