HS code 391231: Cellulose Ethers
- Covers:
- Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary…
- Listed US duty:
- 6.4% (US general rate, HTS 2026)
Official description
Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms : Cellulose ethers : Carboxymethylcellulose and its salts
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What 391231 covers and what it doesn’t
Official text: Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms › Cellulose ethers › Carboxymethylcellulose and its salts.
Nearby codes to check
- Heading 3912 Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms: every subheading side by side.
- 391211 Cellulose acetates — Non-plasticised
- 391212 Cellulose acetates — Plasticised
- 391220 Cellulose nitrates (including collodions)
- 391239 Cellulose ethers — Other
- 391290 Other
US duty rate
6.4%
General (MFN) rate in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2026 edition. A range means the rate depends on the 8-digit US line your product falls under. Extra duties such as Section 301, Section 232 or anti-dumping orders can apply on top, depending on origin. Check the lines on hts.usitc.gov. Not legal advice.
Who imports under 391231
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Common questions
- What is HS code 391231?
- Cellulose and its chemical derivatives, not elsewhere specified or included, in primary forms : Cellulose ethers : Carboxymethylcellulose and its salts
- What duty rates apply to 391231?
- Listed duty rates range from 6.4% across 1 country rate.
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