Polyacrylonitrile (PAN) Granules
Polyacrylonitrile (PAN) granules serve as the primary polymer feedstock for carbon fiber production and synthetic textiles. The acrylonitrile monomer contributes 95% or more by weight, but since there is no specific subheading for PAN, it is classified under the 'Other' acrylic polymers tariff item. It is in primary granular form.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the PAN is processed into synthetic filament tow for textile use
Textile fibers and filaments are excluded from Chapter 39 by note 2(p) and classified in Section XI.
If the polymer is polymethyl methacrylate instead of polyacrylonitrile
The specific PMMA subheading applies only to methyl methacrylate polymers meeting the 95% threshold.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the acrylonitrile monomer content is 95% or more by weight to avoid classification as a copolymer
• Note that if the granules are spun into fibers, they would fall under Section XI (textiles), not Chapter 39
• Ensure the granules are not mixed with solvents or plasticizers that could change their classification
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