ABS Plastic Regrind Scrap
Granulated regrind scrap from acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) manufacturing, derived from injection molding overruns and trimmings with ABS polymers predominant. This waste material is classified under tariff item 3915.90.00 as scrap of other plastics, as ABS is not specifically named in heading 39.15.
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 scrap consists primarily of styrene polymers
Styrene polymer scrap is specifically classified under heading 3915.20, not as other plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the scrap is free of contaminants and properly documented as plastic waste for recycling
• Verify the ABS polymer content meets the 95% threshold for classification under this item
• Check with CBSA for any import restrictions on plastic waste materials
Related Products under Tariff item 3915.90.00
Cellulose Acetate Scrap
Scrap from cellulose acetate film and sheet production, a chemically modified natural polymer. Classified under 3915.90.00 as waste of other plastics, since cellulose acetate is not specifically named in heading 39.15 and the chemical modification does not change its classification as plastic scrap.
EVA Copolymer Waste
Waste from ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) film blowing, where the copolymer does not meet the 95% threshold for a named polymer. This scrap is classified under 3915.90.00 as waste of other plastics, as EVA is not specifically listed in heading 39.15.
Fluoropolymer Scrap
Trim scrap from fluorinated plastics like FEP and ETFE, which are not specifically named in heading 39.15. This waste material is classified under 3915.90.00 as scrap of other plastics, given the fluoropolymer content.
Mixed Engineering Plastic Scrap
Shredded scrap blend of polycarbonate/ABS and other engineering resins, classified by predominant monomer under other plastics. This mixed engineering plastic scrap from appliance molding is classified under 3915.90.00 as waste of other plastics.
PC/ABS Blend Regrind
Regrind from polycarbonate/ABS blend housings, classified as other plastic scrap by predominant units. This waste material from electronics or appliance housings is classified under 3915.90.00 as scrap of other plastics.
PET Bottle Scrap Flakes
Cleaned and flaked waste material from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles, typically sourced from post-consumer beverage containers. This scrap is classified under 3915.90.00 as scrap of PET plastics, meeting the polymer content requirements.