Capron Nylon-6 Chips
High-viscosity nylon-6 chips produced by polymerization of caprolactam, supplied in primary form for fiber spinning in textile yarn production. The caprolactam monomer unit contributes 95% or more by weight of the total polymer content, meeting the classification criteria for polyamide-6 under tariff item 3908.10.00.
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 polyamide is not one of the specifically named types (e.g., a copolymer not meeting the 95% monomer threshold)
Other polyamides in primary forms fall under this residual tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is in primary forms (chips, granules, or powders) and not further worked, as this tariff item covers only primary forms
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming caprolactam monomer content is 95% or more by weight to support classification
• Verify whether the chips contain additives exceeding 1% by weight, which may affect classification under the subheading
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Nylon 12 Extrusion Grade Pellets
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Nylon 6,6 Polymer Granules
Polyamide-6,6 granules derived from hexamethylenediamine and adipic acid monomers, supplied in primary form for extrusion processes. The constituent monomers contribute 95% or more by weight of the total polymer content, meeting the classification criteria for polyamide-6,6 under tariff item 3908.10.00.
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Polyamide-6 resin in the form of translucent pellets used for injection molding in industrial applications. The caprolactam monomer unit contributes 95% or more by weight of the total polymer content, qualifying it as polyamide-6 under tariff item 3908.10.00.
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