Phenolic Thermosetting Resin Pellets
Phenolic thermosetting resin pellets, a thermosetting polymer containing aromatic monomer units derived from phenol and formaldehyde, supplied in primary form for molding applications. Classified under tariff item 3911.90.00 as an 'other' product specified in Note 3 to Chapter 39, not elsewhere specified or included. Note: Phenolic resins are more specifically classified under heading 39.09.
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 resin is a phenolic resin, which is more specifically covered by heading 39.09
Phenolic resins are explicitly classified under subheading 3909.40, making it the more specific heading.
If the resin is a urea or thiourea resin rather than phenolic
Urea and thiourea resins are classified under subheading 3909.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify whether the phenolic resin is more specifically classified under heading 39.09, which covers phenolic resins
• If so, classification under 3911.90.00 may be incorrect
• Provide technical data on the phenol-formaldehyde polymer structure
• Ensure the pellets are in primary form and not further processed
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