Polymethylpentene PMP Resin
Polymethylpentene (PMP), or poly(4-methyl-1-pentene), is a high-clarity olefin polymer imported as granules. Since the 4-methyl-1-pentene monomer exceeds 95% by weight, it is classified as 'other' olefin polymers under tariff item 3902.90.00, as it is not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 39.02.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the polymer is a copolymer of propylene with other olefins where propylene predominates
Subheading 3902.30.00 covers propylene copolymers; if the PMP contains significant propylene content, it could be classified there.
If the PMP is imported in the form of plates, sheets, film, foil, or strip rather than primary forms
Heading 39.20 covers plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics; if the product is in these forms, it would be classified there.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the PMP is in primary forms (granules) and that the 4-methyl-1-pentene monomer content is above 95% by weight
• Keep technical data sheets showing the polymer composition for CBSA review
• Consider whether the product could be classified under a more specific subheading if it contains copolymers with other monomers
Related Products under Tariff item 3902.90.00
1-Hexene Polymer Pellets
1-Hexene Polymer Pellets are a homopolymer of 1-hexene in primary form, with more than 95% hexene units. Used in film applications, this olefin polymer falls under tariff item 3902.90.00 as an 'Other' polymer of olefins, since 1-hexene is not specifically named in heading 3902.
4-Methyl-1-Pentene Copolymer Pellets
4-Methyl-1-Pentene Copolymer Pellets are a copolymer where the named monomer, 4-methyl-1-pentene, predominates by weight. Used in high-temperature films and containers, these pellets fall under tariff item 3902.90.00 as 'Other' olefin polymers, since 4-methyl-1-pentene is not specifically named in heading 3902.
Butene-Propylene Random Copolymer Granules
Butene-Propylene Random Copolymer Granules are a random copolymer where butene predominates by weight over propylene. In primary form, these granules fall under tariff item 3902.90.00 as 'Other' olefin polymers, since butene is not specifically named in heading 3902.
Copolymer Polybutene PB-0300 MFI Pellets
Copolymer polybutene pellets with a melt flow index of 0.3 g/10min, used in film blowing applications. The butene monomer units predominate by weight, classifying it as a polymer of other olefins in primary forms under tariff item 3902.90.00.
Cyclic Olefin Copolymer COC Pellets
Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC) Pellets are made from norbornene and ethylene, with norbornene as the predominant monomer. Used in optical media and medical packaging, these pellets fall under tariff item 3902.90.00 as 'Other' olefin polymers, since norbornene is not specifically named in heading 3902.
Duraflex PB8400 Polybutene
Polybutene resin with medium melt flow index, designed for blow molding pipes. This primary form olefin polymer has butene as the predominant monomer, placing it under tariff item 3902.90.00 for other olefin polymers.