Aliphatic C5/C9 Copolymer Petroleum Resin from Japan
> This copolymer resin combines C5 aliphatic and C9 aromatic petroleum streams, with C5 predominating by weight. It is in primary form (solid granules or flakes) and functions as a petroleum resin, commonly used as a tackifier in adhesives and rubber compounds. Under subheading note (a)(4), since C5 predominates and the resin is not more specifically covered elsewhere, it classifies in tariff item 3911.10.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• > Ensure the resin is in primary form (granules, flakes, or powder) and not mixed with other substances that could change its classification
• Provide a technical data sheet and polymer composition analysis to the CBSA to support the C5 predominance claim
• Verify whether the product qualifies for preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement by checking the certificate of origin