BASF ecovio PLA Primary Pellets from Japan
BASF ecovio is a biodegradable compound based on poly(lactic acid), supplied as primary pellets for film blowing and lamination. The lactic acid monomer content is at least 95% by weight, qualifying it as poly(lactic acid) under tariff item 3907.70.00. It is not a finished article, so it falls under the primary forms provision of Chapter 39.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the pellets are declared as poly(lactic acid) in primary form, not as a finished article, to avoid misclassification
• Keep technical data sheets showing the lactic acid monomer content is 95% or more by weight
• Verify if the product qualifies for duty relief under any free trade agreements by providing a certificate of origin