Polyvinyl Fluoride Resin PVF
Polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) resin in powder form is used for solar panel films due to its UV resistance. The vinyl fluoride monomer units contribute 95% or more by weight of the polymer content, 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.
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 PVF is imported as film or sheet
Plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of plastics fall in heading 39.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the PVF resin is in primary forms (powder) and not further processed into films
• Provide the monomer composition to confirm vinyl fluoride predominance
• Be aware that PVF films, if imported as sheets, may fall under heading 39.20
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.
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.