Loading...
U.S. exports of nonplasticized cellulose acetates in primary forms (HS 391211) totaled $35.4M in July 2026.
Importers of Nonplasticized Cellulose Acetates in Primary Forms paid $7K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $57K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Nonplasticized Cellulose Acetates in Primary Forms imports of $57K in July 2026 ran 85% below the year-to-date monthly average of $381K.
Last updated: July 2026 dataNonplasticized cellulose acetate in primary forms is the key feedstock for cigarette filter tow, optical film, and specialty membranes, and its classification as nonplasticized distinguishes it from the softer, more flexible grades used in molding compounds. China and India are the leading US suppliers under this heading, with France also a significant source; Chinese-origin imports are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a factor that has elevated interest in Indian and European supply. The single US tariff line (3912110000) covers all nonplasticized grades regardless of acetyl content, so degree of substitution is a specification rather than a classification variable.
AI-written summary of the official U.S. Census Bureau trade figures on this page — verify before relying on it.
8 shipments/mo
Subheading 5 of 6 in heading 3912
Subheading 391211 · $57K of $54.3M
Cellulose triacetate (CTA), with an acetyl content corresponding to near-complete substitution (typically above about 92% acetylation), is classified separately under heading 3912 as well, but in a distinct subheading. Standard cellulose diacetate with lower acetyl content falls under 3912110000 when nonplasticized. Importers should obtain a certificate of analysis specifying degree of substitution to support the correct classification.
Because Chinese-origin imports carry Section 301 tariffs, buyers have increasingly evaluated Indian producers and European suppliers as alternative sources. India has expanded capacity in cellulose acetate flake, and its growing share in US imports reflects both competitive pricing and the desire to reduce Section 301 cost exposure.
HSChapter 39
Supplier Network
Get discovered by U.S. importers searching for HS 391211 — Nonplasticized Cellulose Acetates in Primary Forms. Be the first supplier listed.
ImportsExports
Imports
$57KYoY · Pro
Exports
$35.4MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3912110000 | Cellulose Acetates,Nonplasticized | $30K | 15.35% | 89.91% | $5K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3912110000 | Cellulose Acetates,Nonplasticized | $40.9M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · July 2026
destination
China and Germany together take 50% of it.
customs district
origin
entry
rate provision · imports
the effective duty rate is 13.03%.