High-Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) Trimmings from Germany
High-impact polystyrene trimmings are trimmed edges and parings from HIPS sheet extrusion used in refrigerator linings and packaging. This material consists of polystyrene modified with polybutadiene but retains 95% or more styrene units by weight, falling under tariff item 3915.20.00 as styrene polymer scrap.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify that the polybutadiene content does not push styrene below 95% by weight, as this changes classification
• Keep supplier certificates of analysis for polymer composition
• Ensure the trimmings are not contaminated with other plastics during collection and shipping