Pyroxylin Plasticizer-Free Resin
> High-purity pyroxylin (cellulose nitrate) resin without plasticizers, used in high-performance coatings for aircraft and marine applications. This primary polymer form is classifiable under tariff item 3912.20.00 as cellulose nitrates, provided it is not chemically modified beyond the definition of cellulose nitrate.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the resin is dissolved in a solvent with solvent weight exceeding 50%
Such solutions are excluded from Chapter 39 by note 2(e).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Ensure the pyroxylin is not plasticized or mixed with other polymers, as this could affect classification under subheading note 1
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the nitrogen content (typically 10.5–12.3%) to the CBSA
• If the resin is used in aerospace applications, verify any end-use or import permit requirements with relevant Canadian authorities
Related Products under Tariff item 3912.20.00
Collodion USP Medical Grade
> Pharmaceutical-grade collodion consisting of nitrocellulose dissolved in a mixture of ether and alcohol, used for wound dressings and artificial skin formation. This product is a solution of cellulose nitrate and is classified under tariff item 3912.20.00 as cellulose nitrates (including collodions).
Finger Nail Polish Nitrocellulose Base
> Raw nitrocellulose chips or powder formulated as the film-forming base for professional nail lacquers, prior to incorporation into cosmetic formulations. This primary-form cellulose nitrate is classifiable under tariff item 3912.20.00 as cellulose nitrates, not yet mixed with colourants or other cosmetic ingredients.
Industrial Cellulose Nitrate Lacquer Base
> A primary-form cellulose nitrate resin used as the base for industrial lacquers and coatings applied to wood furniture and automotive parts. This material is not further worked and is classified under tariff item 3912.20.00 as cellulose nitrates in primary forms.
Woodworking Cellulose Nitrate Varnish Resin
> Solid cellulose nitrate resin pellets for dissolution into clear woodworking varnishes and French polishes. This primary-form material is classified under tariff item 3912.20.00 as cellulose nitrates, as it is not yet formulated into a finished varnish.