High-Density Polyethylene Resin HDPE 5502
HDPE 5502 is a high molecular weight high-density polyethylene resin with a specific gravity above 0.94, supplied in pellet form. It is an ethylene homopolymer, qualifying under tariff item 3901.20.00. The product meets the density and primary-form requirements for classification.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specific gravity is below 0.94
Polyethylene with lower density is classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain a certificate of analysis showing specific gravity to support the tariff classification
• If the resin is used in food-contact applications, ensure compliance with Canadian Food Inspection Agency requirements
• Verify that the product is not a chemically modified polymer, which could change classification
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