Fluorochlorinated Polyolefin Pellets
Fluorochlorinated polyolefin pellets blend fluoro and chloro olefin monomers into a polymer used primarily for wire and cable coatings. These pellets are in primary form, as defined by Chapter 39 Note 6, and are classified under tariff item 3904.90.00 as 'Other' polymers of halogenated olefins, since they do not meet the specific subheading criteria for single-halogen polymers.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the polymer is predominantly polyethylene with only trace halogenation
Polyethylene with minor halogen modification may be classified under polyethylene if the halogen content does not change the essential character.
If the polymer is primarily poly(vinyl chloride) with fluoro additives
PVC homopolymers fall under 3904.10.00, and the presence of fluoro additives may not shift classification if PVC monomer predominates.
If the polymer is a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) blend
PTFE and other fluoropolymers are specifically classified under 3904.61.00 when they meet the 95% monomer content rule.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pellets are in primary forms (e.g
• granules or pellets) and not further worked, as this affects classification under 3904.90.00
• Provide a polymer composition breakdown to the CBSA to confirm the fluoro and chloro monomer content, as this determines whether the item falls under 'Other' rather than a more specific subheading
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to demonstrate the polymer is not a chemically modified version of a single-halogen polymer
Related Products under Tariff item 3904.90.00
Brominated Polyethylene Copolymer
Brominated polyethylene copolymer is a halogenated olefin polymer in primary pellets, used for flame-retardant compounds. The bromine addition modifies the polyethylene, creating a polymer of a halogenated olefin. This product falls under tariff item 3904.90.00 as an 'Other' polymer of halogenated olefins in primary forms.
Chlorinated Polyethylene Elastomer (CPE)
Chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) is produced by chlorinating polyethylene, resulting in a rubbery polymer of halogenated olefins. It is imported in primary forms such as powder or pellets and is used in wire insulation, hoses, and impact modifiers. This product falls under tariff item 3904.90.00 as an 'Other' polymer of halogenated olefins in primary forms.
Chlorinated Polyethylene Granules CPE
Chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) granules are produced by chlorinating polyethylene, resulting in a rubbery halogenated olefin polymer used in wire insulation and hoses. The product is in primary form (granules) and falls under tariff item 3904.90.00 as an 'Other' polymer of halogenated olefins in primary forms.
Chloroprene Rubber (CR)
Chloroprene rubber (neoprene) is an elastomeric synthetic polymer derived from chloroprene monomer, a halogenated olefin. It is imported in primary forms such as solid chunks or pellets and is used in gaskets, hoses, and adhesives. This product falls under tariff item 3904.90.00 as an 'Other' polymer of halogenated olefins in primary forms.
Chlorotrifluoroethylene Copolymer Pellets
Chlorotrifluoroethylene (ECTFE) copolymer pellets are made from chlorotrifluoroethylene and ethylene, offering corrosion resistance for pipes. The chlorotrifluoroethylene monomer units predominate by weight, classifying it as a polymer of a halogenated olefin. This product falls under tariff item 3904.90.00 as an 'Other' polymer of halogenated olefins in primary forms.
Halogenated Butene Polymer
Halogenated butene polymer, specifically chlorinated polybutene, is a synthetic polymer in primary form used as a sealant base. It is classified under tariff item 3904.90.00 as 'Other' polymers of halogenated olefins because chlorinated polybutene does not fall under the more specific subheadings for PVC or other named halogenated polymers.